Haryana News: Those who take land on contract and do farming in Haryana are in trouble, Saini government made this big announcement

In a major step towards boosting the agricultural sector, the Haryana Assembly has passed the Haryana Agricultural Land Leasing Bill during its winter session. Presented by Revenue and Disaster Management Minister Vipul Goel, the bill received unanimous approval from the house. This legislation is set to create a legal framework for leasing agricultural land, ensuring protection for both landowners and tenants.

Importance of the Bill

While introducing the bill, Vipul Goel highlighted its significance, stating that it is essential to establish a system to recognize agricultural land leasing, grant permissions, and streamline the leasing process. He emphasized that the law aims to protect the rights of landowners while offering significant benefits to tenant farmers.

This new legal provision addresses several long-standing issues faced by farmers who lease agricultural land. It aims to encourage better utilization of land resources while safeguarding the interests of both parties involved in the leasing agreements.

Benefits for Farmers

One of the most noteworthy aspects of the new legislation is the range of benefits it promises for tenant farmers:

• Access to Agricultural Loans: Farmers cultivating leased land will now be eligible to avail crop loans from banks and financial institutions.
• Compensation for Crop Damage: If crops grown on leased land are damaged due to natural disasters, compensation will be provided directly to the tenant farmer rather than the landowner. This ensures financial security for those who rely on leased farmland for their livelihood.
• Proper Documentation: Tenant farmers will be recorded in the girdawari (revenue records) under a separate column as “leaseholders” instead of being listed as landowners. This move is expected to eliminate potential disputes in the future.

A Step Towards Inclusive Development

The legislation aligns with the Haryana government’s broader vision to maximize the utilization of agricultural resources while safeguarding the interests of both landowners and tenants. Deputy Chief Minister Nayan Saini’s administration has been working on this bill for several months, conducting extensive discussions to finalize its provisions.

Officials claim the law will bring significant relief to small and marginal farmers across the state, who often struggle with financial and legal challenges in the absence of formal leasing arrangements.

Farmers’ Organizations Welcomed the Move

For years, farmers’ organizations have been advocating for such a law. Tenant farmers, in particular, faced major challenges when natural calamities damaged their crops. Under previous arrangements, they were often excluded from government relief schemes, as compensation was directed to the landowners.

Additionally, the inability to secure loans was a persistent issue for tenant farmers. By addressing these gaps, the new law has been designed to meet the long-standing demands of farmers’ groups, ensuring financial inclusion and reducing agricultural vulnerabilities.

Ensuring Fair Practices

The law also provides clarity in the leasing process, protecting the interests of landowners. With proper legal documentation, disputes over land use, ownership, and lease terms can now be minimized.

By incorporating tenant farmers into official records as leaseholders, the government aims to provide them with a distinct identity while preventing future conflicts related to land ownership.

Boost to Agricultural Productivity

The bill is expected to lead to more efficient use of agricultural land in Haryana. Experts believe that formalizing land leasing agreements will encourage better farming practices and investments in leased land. With improved access to loans and government support, tenant farmers can focus on increasing productivity without fear of financial insecurity.

The Haryana government is optimistic that this legislation will pave the way for inclusive and sustainable agricultural growth in the state.

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