Current Legal Owner or Seller

The current legal owner or seller of the property is primarily responsible for resolving title issues prior to the sale or transfer. They must ensure that the title is clear, marketable, and free of encumbrances, disputes, or defects. This includes:

• Rectifying any errors in prior deeds
  
• Settling pending claims or liens
  
• Clearing unpaid dues or encumbrances
  
• Providing complete and accurate documentation during due diligence
  

Legal Counsel or Property Attorney

A legal advisor or real estate attorney representing the buyer or seller plays a key role in identifying and resolving title issues. Their responsibilities include:

• Conducting title searches through land records and registrar offices
  
• Examining previous sale deeds, mutation records, and encumbrance certificates
  
• Drafting rectification deeds or affidavits if required
  
• Assisting in filing claims or legal notices to resolve disputes
  

Government or Planning Authority (if applicable)

In cases involving errors in government records, encroachments, or delayed mutation entries, the relevant revenue or municipal authority is responsible for corrections. This includes:

• Updating Record of Rights (RoR), Patta/Khata documents
  
• Correcting survey or cadastral maps
  
• Issuing revised ownership certificates
  
• Settling government acquisition or classification errors