Land Regulation Workshop, Intermediate Report, Jan 2017

The Auroville Land Regulation Workshop convened in January 2017 identifies the pressing challenge of increasing private developments counter to Auroville’s ethos. Strategies proposed include land acquisition and legislative intervention, with recognition of hurdles such as funding constraints and political complexities. Recommendations stress community involvement, legal clarification, and the establishment of a Land Protection Board to ensure adherence to Auroville’s principles and safeguard its land.