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flag India's Supreme Court rules bachat land must return to original owners if not used for community purposes.

flag The Supreme Court of India has reversed its 2022 decision, ruling that unutilized village common land in Haryana, known as 'bachat land,' must be returned to original landowners if not designated for specific community use during consolidation. flag The court upheld a 2003 Punjab & Haryana High Court ruling, stating such land does not vest with the gram panchayat or state. flag This decision provides legal clarity and relief to landowners, ensuring their rights are protected and reinforcing stability in land ownership laws.

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