Agricultural land is often treated differently from urban property. Many regions impose restrictions on who can buy or hold agricultural land, aiming to protect farmers, prevent fragmentation or control speculation.
Common patterns include allowing only agriculturists or people with farming backgrounds to purchase such land, limiting conversion to non-agricultural use, or imposing ceiling limits on total holdings. Non-residents or companies may face tighter rules or additional approvals.
Violating these rules can lead to cancellation of transactions, penalties, or forced restoration of land to eligible categories. Buyers using “name-lenders” or complex structures to hide ineligibility may face serious legal trouble later.
Before entering any farm land deal, it’s essential to review land records, verify classification, understand local laws, and confirm whether you are eligible. Regularisation or conversion is sometimes possible but comes with its own procedures and costs.
Agricultural land may look attractive on paper, but without legal compliance, it can become a long-term headache instead of an investment.