Experts say improved digital land registration systems could help reduce fraud and strengthen protections for overseas property owners
Property disputes and fraud involving Non-Resident Indians have become a growing concern, particularly when diaspora members maintain land or real estate in India.
Legal experts say NRIs are often vulnerable to fraud because they manage property remotely while living abroad.
Cases involving forged documents, unauthorized land transfers, and fraudulent property sales have been reported in several states.
In some incidents, criminal groups have used fake legal documentation to claim ownership of land belonging to NRIs, leading to lengthy court battles
Lawyers advise diaspora members to regularly verify land records, appoint trusted representatives in India, and maintain digital documentation of property ownership.
Authorities have introduced specialized police units and legal mechanisms to address NRI property disputes, but enforcement challenges remain.
Experts say improved digital land registration systems could help reduce fraud and strengthen protections for overseas property owners.
