Chhattisgarh's Dantewada District Uses Blockchain to Digitises Land Records

Chhattisgarh's Dantewada district has digitised over seven lakh land records, which is a significant step toward achieving full e-office governance. The district has implemented blockchain technology to secure these records, ensuring quick, efficient retrieval and preventing tampering. This initiative is part of the district's push to enhance transparency and public access to government services.

Land records are crucial for property rights, securing loans, and resolving disputes. However, manual land record management in Dantewada has caused significant delays and discrepancies. Recognising these challenges, District Collector Mayank Chaturvedi and Zila Panchayat CEO Jayant Nahata sought a digital solution. The first phase of the digitisation project, completed in 2024, converted seven lakh records into a digital format. The second phase involved migrating these records to the Avalanche blockchain, chosen for its speed and scalability.

The use of blockchain technology guarantees the security and integrity of land records. Blockchain's decentralised nature means that even if one node is compromised, the data remains secure across others. This level of security is vital, as it prevents tampering and protects sensitive information.

For citizens, this means easy access to land records. Dedicated kiosks have been set up in each tehsil of Dantewada, allowing the public to access records digitally with just a few clicks. This system not only improves convenience but also builds trust, as it streamlines services and reduces the risk of errors.

Chaturvedi highlighted the significant efficiency improvements, noting that revenue officers can now retrieve and authenticate land records within minutes, making land-related services available within a day. Nahata emphasised that the end-to-end digitisation and blockchain verification of records dating back to the 1950s reduces legal costs and provides seamless access to the public.