The Indian government clarified the situation regarding the integration of blockchain technology in the land digitization program, stating that such technologies are not part of current plans.
Exclusion of Blockchain Technology in DILRMP
Minister of State for Rural Development Pemmasani Chandra Sekhar confirmed in a parliamentary response that the Digital India Land Records Modernization Programme (DILRMP), launched in 2016, does not currently include blockchain.
Minister's Statement on Current Plans
Sekhar explained that the DILRMP is fully centrally funded and focuses on standardized digitization practices, with no blockchain component at present. He did not mention any upcoming pilots or timelines for integrating such technologies.
Recommendations for Blockchain Usage
Kadiyam Kavya, Congress MP from Warangal, asked whether the government was considering blockchain technology to improve subsidy distribution and prevent fraud. She urged the Rural Development Ministry to explore potential pilot projects in Telangana.
Thus, while blockchain is not currently considered for land record modernization in India, calls for its use create context for future opportunities.