Summary
The Assam Government has implemented a land settlement and allotment policy to support small tea growers, based on the 1989 Land Policy. This initiative prioritizes indigenous youth, with a focus on those below the poverty line and educated unemployed individuals.
Assam Government's Land Settlement Policy for Small Tea Growers
Highlights
Policy Overview
The Assam Government has launched a land settlement and allotment policy, specifically designed to aid small tea growers. This policy draws its foundation from the Land Policy of 1989, specifically Pare '5', with the intention of promoting growth within the tea sector.
Beneficiaries and Allocation
The policy gives preference to indigenous youth, particularly those living below the poverty line, and other indigenous educated unemployed youth. A maximum of 4 hectares of land is designated for tea cultivation. Beneficiaries are mandated to use this land solely for tea cultivation for a period of three years.
Approval Process
The District Land Advisory Committee (DLAC) holds the responsibility for reviewing and approving all land settlement proposals under this scheme.