India, May 28 -- Ferozepur

In a relief for residents of cantonment areas across the country, the ministry of defence has approved the removal of the longstanding Rs.5,000 registry fee for land in cantonment board areas - a provision dating back to the British era.

BJP national executive member Rana Gurmeet Singh Sodhi, who recently met defence minister Rajnath Singh to discuss key issues affecting the Ferozepur cantonment and surrounding regions, confirmed the decision in a statement.

"Following the green signal from the Centre, officials are now forming a committee to draft the necessary guidelines to implement the decision effectively," Sodhi said.

"Soon, residents will be freed from the burden of paying Rs.5,000 for land registrati...