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Government to E-Auction 54 Enemy Properties in Uttar Pradesh on March 31
The Government of India has announced the e-auction of 54 immovable enemy properties located in Fatehpur and Sitapur districts of Uttar Pradesh, with the auction scheduled to take place on March 31, 2026. The auction process will be conducted online through MSTC India Limited, the government’s authorised e-auction platform.
The properties are being sold by the Custodian of Enemy Property for India (CEPI) under the provisions of the Enemy Property Act, 1968, as amended by the Enemy Property (Amendment and Validation) Act, 2017.
According to officials, Section 8A of the Act empowers the Custodian to dispose of enemy properties vested with the government, with prior approval from the Centre. The move aims to monetise such properties and bring them into productive use.
The online bidding will be held after a 30-day notice period, which started on February 28, 2026, and will continue until March 30, 2026. Interested bidders can register on the MSTC e-auction portal and participate in the bidding process after depositing the required Earnest Money Deposit (EMD).
The 54 properties consist mainly of small agricultural and land parcels located in villages such as Adhaiya, Tharanv, Oraha, Parvejpur, Dhamoda, and Rudain across Fatehpur and Sitapur districts.
The starting prices of the plots range from about ₹9,000 to over ₹6.5 lakh, depending on the size and location of the land. The properties vary from very small plots of 5 square metres to larger parcels of over 3,300 square metres.
Prospective buyers must register on the MSTC portal and submit a pre-bid EMD, which varies depending on the starting price of the property. The incremental bid value for most properties is ₹5,000, while a few higher-value plots require ₹10,000 increments.
Officials said that detailed auction terms and conditions are available in both Hindi and English on the MSTC website. Public notices will also be issued in local newspapers and displayed at the respective property locations to inform potential buyers.
Enemy properties refer to assets left behind in India by individuals who migrated to countries considered enemy nations during conflicts, such as Pakistan and China. These properties are vested with the government and managed by the Custodian of Enemy Property for India.
Over the years, the Centre has been gradually auctioning such assets across different states to generate revenue and resolve long-pending ownership issues.
Officials said the upcoming e-auction of 54 properties is part of the government’s ongoing efforts to dispose of enemy properties through transparent online auctions and ensure wider public participation.
The process is being monitored by the Custodian of Enemy Property of India, which has directed district administrations to conduct fresh valuation based on revised circle rates and submit detailed reports.
Enemy properties refer to assets left behind by individuals who migrated to Pakistan during the Partition of India. These properties were subsequently vested in the Government of India and are managed by the Custodian’s Office.
Western Uttar Pradesh has one of the highest concentrations of such properties in the country.
Officials have begun reassessing these properties based on newly implemented circle rates. In Meerut, new circle rates came into effect on August 1, 2025, prompting a fresh evaluation.
Brigadier Yashpal Singh, Chief Supervisor in the Custodian’s Office, has requested:
Joint measurement reports
District Valuation Committee assessment
Updated Khatauni records
Revenue and Nazri maps
Geo-tagged photographs (with latitude & longitude)
Co-sharer certificates
Circle rate documentation
District teams across tehsils have been assigned to complete the verification process.
Meerut district alone has approximately 122 enemy properties, including:
45 residential properties within Meerut city – all reportedly under illegal occupation
Remaining properties in Sardhana, Mawana, and Sadar tehsils – mostly agricultural land
Authorities are currently working to free 19 agricultural plots for auction.
Recently, agricultural land in Sardhana tehsil was auctioned for ₹8.71 crore, with over ₹70 lakh paid in stamp duty during registration—indicating strong demand for such assets once cleared.
Here is the complete list of the 13 districts and the number of identified enemy properties:
| District | Number of Properties |
|---|---|
| Meerut | 122 |
| Rampur | 172 |
| Moradabad | 149 |
| Amroha | 27 |
| Bijnor | 79 |
| Gautam Buddha Nagar | 54 |
| Ghaziabad | 27 |
| Shamli | 141 |
| Saharanpur | 125 |
| Muzaffarnagar | 401 |
| Baghpat | 52 |
| Hapur | 42 |
| Bulandshahr | 343 |
Muzaffarnagar (401) and Bulandshahr (343) have the highest number of such properties in the region.
Officials say a significant portion of these lands—both residential and agricultural—are under illegal occupation. The district administration, with police support when required, is working to remove encroachments before auctioning the properties.
Dr. V.K. Singh, District Magistrate of Meerut, stated that the evaluation and joint measurement process is in its final stages and reports will be submitted soon.
Over the past two years, several enemy properties across Uttar Pradesh have been successfully auctioned, generating substantial revenue for the central government.
With revised valuations and updated documentation, authorities expect the upcoming auction rounds to attract strong participation, especially given rising land values across western UP.
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The Custodian of Enemy Property for India (CEPI), under the Ministry of Home Affairs, has announced an e-auction of 46 immovable enemy properties across Uttar Pradesh. The auction is being conducted in line with Section 8A of the Enemy Property Act, 1968 (as amended), which empowers CEPI to dispose of enemy properties through sale or transfer with the prior approval of the Government of India.
Under Section 8A(1) of the Act, CEPI is authorized to sell or otherwise dispose of enemy properties vested in it before the commencement of the Enemy Property (Amendment and Validation) Act, 2017. This initiative ensures transparent disposal of assets and effective utilization of government resources.
As per the Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) signed between CEPI and MSTC India Ltd, the e-auction of these 46 properties will be conducted via MSTC's online platform.
Notice Period: 01 November 2025 to 30 November 2025
Auction Date: 02 December 2025
Platform: MSTC E-Auction Portal
Mode: Online (Bilingual - Hindi & English)
Total Properties Listed: 46 Immovable Properties
Location: Various districts of Uttar Pradesh including Barabanki, Pilibhit, Etah, Muzaffarnagar, Sultanpur, Banda, Bijnor, Budaun, Lucknow, and Sitapur.
Property Value: Each property valued below ₹1 crore. Starting Price for E-auction Ranges From Rs.78,300/- -- Rs.9,29,60,000/-
Pre-Bid EMD: Ranges from ₹5,000 to ₹46,48,000 depending on property value.
Incremental Bid Value: ₹5,000 to ₹25,000 per bid.
An advertisement will also be published in local newspapers, and notices will be placed at each auction site to inform the public.
Interested buyers can register on the MSTC e-auction Login portal
After registration, participants must:
Review the terms and conditions uploaded on MSTC's website.
Submit the Earnest Money Deposit (EMD) before the deadline.
Participate in the online bidding on the scheduled date.
This e-auction initiative is part of the government's efforts to monetize enemy properties and bring them into productive use through transparent online sales. These properties, originally belonging to nationals of enemy countries, are vested in the Custodian of Enemy Property for India after nationalization.
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Note: For full property details, including Khasra/House numbers, area, reserve prices, and EMD values, please visit the official MSTC auction page. OFFICIAL NOTIFICATION
Q1. Can enemy property be sold?
Yes. Enemy properties can be sold by the Custodian of Enemy Property for India (CEPI) with prior approval from the Government of India under Section 8A of the Enemy Property Act, 1968.
Q2. What is Enemy Property in India?
Enemy property refers to assets left behind by people who migrated to countries declared as enemy nations (like Pakistan or China) after wars, and are vested with the Custodian of Enemy Property for India.
Q3. How to identify enemy property?
Enemy properties are officially listed and managed by CEPI. They can be identified through government notifications, official records, or e-auction listings published on authorized platforms like MSTC.
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