The Ministry of Finance has updated the designation of Special Benami Courts in Raipur and Jaipur. These changes, notified on July 17, 2025, specify the 'Court of XII Additional Sessions Judge, Raipur' and the 'Special Court (Communal Riots), Jaipur' as the venues for trying offences under the Benami Property Transactions Act, 1988. This move is part of the government's strategy to tackle tax evasion and money laundering through benami properties.
The Ministry of Finance (Department of Revenue) has notified amendments to the designation of special courts under the Prohibition of Benami Property Transactions Act, 1988.
The notification, issued on July 17, 2025, and published under S.O. 3268(E), was made in exercise of the powers conferred under Section 50(1) of the Act, and in consultation with the Chief Justices of the respective High Courts.
Key Amendments to the 2018 Notification
As per the new notification, changes have been made
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FAQ :
The Act aims to curb property transactions where ownership is concealed or taxes are evaded by holding property in another person's name.
The Special Benami Courts in Raipur and Jaipur have had their designations amended.
The designated court in Raipur is now the 'Court of XII Additional Sessions Judge, Raipur'.
The designated court in Jaipur is now the 'Special Court (Communal Riots), Jaipur'.
The amendments were notified on July 17, 2025.
These amendments are periodic updates based on administrative requirements and judicial consultations to ensure efficiency in handling benami property cases.