Maha: Govt halts registration of documents for unauthorized buildings

Nashik, Oct 13 (UNI) In a major move to curb property fraud and unauthorized construction, the Maharashtra government has decided to stop the registration of property documents related to unauthorized buildings and flats that violate approved construction norms. Following directions from Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis, Revenue Minister Chandrashekhar Bawankule has announced strict measures to prevent the illegal sale of flats and protect homebuyers from financial losses. The Revenue Department has issued a circular directing all Sub-Registrars across the state to strictly comply with the new guidelines. The government's decision comes amid growing complaints of unauthorized residential construction, buildings erected without…