#panchayat land

The Andhra Pradesh High Court ruled that prolonged but temporary use of Gramakantam land for access does not create a legal easement, even if it is the only route to a residence. Public panchayat land remains inalienable community property, and private claims based on necessity alone cannot override statutory protections for village common land.

Madras High Court reinforces procedural safeguards under the Tamil Nadu Land Encroachments Act, 1905, mandating that the Block Development Officer must first issue notice to encroachers before the Tahsildar can initiate eviction. Failure to follow this sequence renders eviction proceedings illegal, ensuring statutory compliance and protecting panchayat land rights.