Kashmir, October 3, 2026– Chief Secretary Atal Dulloo reviewed the progress of land records digitisation and AgriStack implementation across Jammu and Kashmir, directing Deputy Commissioners to certify 100% coverage of eligible farmers under Farmer IDs. He stressed fixed timelines, field validation and weekly monitoring to ensure accurate records, transparent administration and easier access to agricultural credit.
Progress So Far
Officials told the meeting that J&K has digitised 68.62 lakh Khasras, a major step in building a reliable, tech-enabled land records system. The Union Territory has also generated 1.21 lakh Farmer IDs under the AgriStack framework.
The Kharif 2026 Digital Crop Survey has reached 96.55% progress, indicating that field-level data collection is nearing completion. The survey records which crops are grown on which plots, creating a verified, up-to-date picture of agricultural activity.
Directions to Deputy Commissioners
The Chief Secretary directed Deputy Commissioners to personally oversee implementation in their districts and to certify that every eligible farmer has been covered under Farmer IDs. He asked them to adopt a time-bound approach, with clear deadlines for each stage of the work.
Dulloo emphasised that digital entries must match ground reality. He called for thorough field validation so that errors, duplicate entries and mismatches in ownership or cultivation details are corrected at the source. He also directed weekly monitoring of progress, with accountability fixed at the district and tehsil levels.
Why It Matters
Accurate and digitised land records are the foundation of transparent governance. They reduce disputes, limit scope for manipulation and make it easier for citizens to access services without repeated visits to revenue offices.
For farmers, a Farmer ID linked to verified land and crop data can simplify access to agricultural credit, subsidies, crop insurance and other government schemes. With authenticated records, banks and departments can process applications faster and with fewer documentation hurdles. Benefits can also be targeted more precisely, reducing leakages and delays.
Understanding AgriStack
AgriStack is a digital public infrastructure initiative for the agriculture sector. It brings together a Farmer Registry, Geo-referenced Village Maps and a Crop Sown Registry, with the Farmer ID acting as a unique digital identity for each farmer. Combined with the Digital Crop Survey, it gives policymakers reliable data for planning, procurement, relief and extension services.
Focus on Accuracy and Coordination
The Chief Secretary underlined that the quality of data is as important as the speed of coverage. He asked the Revenue and Agriculture departments, along with district administrations, to work closely and resolve pending issues without delay. Field staff were to be sensitised and supported so that the process remains farmer-friendly and inclusive, including for small and marginal landholders.
He also stressed regular review at the district level, so that gaps are identified early and corrective action is taken promptly. Public outreach, such as awareness camps and help desks, was encouraged so that farmers know how to register and update their details.
The Road Ahead
With the bulk of Khasra digitisation complete and the crop survey close to finishing, the focus now shifts to expanding Farmer ID coverage and ensuring the data is clean and usable. Officials expect that a verified digital land and farmer database will strengthen service delivery, improve targeting of schemes and support the Union Territory’s broader push for e-governance and farmer welfare.
