India, Aug. 24 -- Uttar Pradesh (UP) is planning to introduce QR code-based verification of property ownership, integrate land registry data with the state revenue department records for instant title updates, and simplify rent agreements with minimal stamp duty, UP Minister Ravindra Jaiswal has said.

The reforms are part of the state's ambitious Vision 2047 plan, with some of the initiatives expected to roll out by March 2026, said Jaiswal, MoS (Independent Charge) for Stamp and Court Fee, Registration, in an interview with PTI.

Jaiswal highlighted that the digitisation of land records is progressing swiftly, with QR codes being developed to help homebuyers verify property ownership and transaction history.

"Soon, anyone planning to b...