Chandigarh: In a significant policy shift, the Punjab Government has officially withdrawn the Land Pooling Policy, a move taken in response to persistent demands from farmers across the state.
The decision was finalised during a Punjab Cabinet meeting held on Thursday under the chairmanship of Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann. According to officials, the step aims to address concerns raised by farming communities regarding land ownership and acquisition procedures under the earlier policy framework.
Farmer unions had been urging the state to revoke the policy, arguing that it posed risks to agricultural livelihoods and could lead to reduced control over ancestral land. Sources indicate that these concerns played a pivotal role in shaping the government’s decision.
While the government has not yet announced an alternative policy, it has assured that any future land-related development plans will be devised after consultations with all stakeholders, including farmer representatives, to ensure transparency and fairness.
The withdrawal marks a notable moment in Punjab’s land governance, reflecting the growing influence of farmer advocacy in shaping state policies.
