Right to Services Bill

The Maharashtra Right to Services Bill was the significant Bill to be introduced in the state assembly.The government said the Bill is to create a right to obtain public services in a stipulated time; to mandate public authorities to notify the public services, designated officers, appellate authorities and stipulate time limit. The Bill also provides for giving a unique number so that the complaint can be tracked online. It provides for penalties and disciplinary action against officials who fail to deliver public services within a stipulated time limit while giving cash incentives for those who deliver in time. It also provides for action against citizens who obtain public services by providing false information.

Bill for regulated edu fee

The Bill introduced is for regulation of admission and fees charged by unaided private professional educational institutions in the state.

Source| Times of India | 09.04.2015 | p.02  http://epaperbeta.timesofindia.com/index.aspx?eid=31804&dt=20150409

No stamp duty on transfer of properties to spouse, kids





Mumbai: The state on Wednesday introduced a Bill amending the Maharashtra Stamp Act to scrap the stamp duty on transfer of residential or agricultural property to wife, husband, son, daughter, grandson and grand-daughter. At present, the stamp duty is 5% of the market value of the property . Revenue minister Eknath Khadse, who announced the relief last week, urged the assembly to ensure it is passed by both Houses before the session ends so that citizens do not have to wait for the relief.

Source| Times of India | 09.04.2015 | p.02  http://epaperbeta.timesofindia.com/index.aspx?eid=31804&dt=20150409