The Jammu Kashmir Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha has announced strict actions against those violating the J&K Migrant Immovable Property Act 1997.
The 1997 Act provides for the preservation, protection and restraint on distress sales of the immovable property of the migrants. It extends to the whole of the State of Jammu Kashmir.
The Administration has said that it would take timely action against any violation of the Act and also ensure eviction, custody and restoration of such properties.
LG Manoj Sinha has directed authorities to conduct surveys and take stock of properties left behind by the migrants within 15 days and submit respective reports to the divisional commissioner.
Moreover, an online application has been formulated for migrants to make any corrections or changes to their property information.
In July, The administrative council of Jammu Kashmir headed by Manoj Sinha also approved the transfer of 278 canal lands in five districts for the construction of over 2,600 flats as transit accommodation to ensure the return of Kashmiri Pandit employees.