Bhoomi Samman Awards
The Bhoomi Samman Awards are prestigious honors presented by the Government of India to recognize exceptional achievements in the Digital India Land Records Modernization Programme (DILRMP). These awards acknowledge State Secretaries, District Collectors, and their teams for their outstanding efforts in modernizing land records, enhancing transparency, and improving efficiency in land governance.
Objectives of the Bhoomi Samman Awards
- Recognition of Excellence – Honoring states and districts for significant progress in land record digitization.
- Promotion of Best Practices – Encouraging innovative and effective methods for modern land management.
- Motivation for Others – Inspiring other regions to accelerate their efforts in land records modernization.
Bhoomi Samman Awards 2023
The Bhoomi Samman Awards 2023 were presented on July 18, 2023, by President Droupadi Murmu in New Delhi. A total of nine state secretaries and 68 district collectors were honored for their contributions to land record modernization.
Key Recognitions
- Odisha – Awarded Best State for outstanding implementation of DILRMP, with 19 districts achieving 100% modernization goals.
- Madhya Pradesh – Recognized for excellence in land management, with 15 districts receiving accolades.
- Jharkhand – Nine districts, including Gumla, Lohardaga, and Simdega, were awarded for their commitment to land record digitalization.
These awards highlight the significant progress made by Indian states in enhancing transparency and efficiency in land governance.