Odisha Revolutionizes Land Registration: 'Ama Sathi' Initiative Unveiled

Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi inaugurated 57 new sub-registration offices, ensuring coverage across all 317 tehsils. This move simplifies land-related procedures, eliminating middlemen. The new 'Ama Sathi' WhatsApp chatbot enhances accessibility to 11 key revenue services. Majhi suggests legal protections for sharecroppers, advocating reforms initiated by Revenue Minister Suresh Pujari.

Devdiscourse News Desk | Bhubaneswar | Updated: 05-02-2026 20:09 IST | Created: 05-02-2026 20:09 IST

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Odisha marked a significant milestone as Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi inaugurated 57 new sub-registration offices in 17 districts, extending reach to all 317 tehsils. This initiative ensures people no longer need to visit district offices for land-related tasks.

Majhi emphasized the importance of making government services accessible, stating that this development will curtail middleman involvement and enhance convenience. The chief minister also unveiled the 'Ama Sathi' WhatsApp chatbot, providing access to major revenue services, including essential certifications.

The move, praised by Revenue Minister Suresh Pujari, includes a call for new legislation to protect sharecroppers. As services can now be accessed via WhatsApp, complaints can also be filed easily, addressing potential issues at sub-registration offices.

(With inputs from agencies.)