What is Sahakar Samvad?
Sahakar Samvad is an initiative by the Maharashtra State Cooperative Housing Societies and Apartments Federation Ltd. It is a dedicated online platform designed to address grievances and provide solutions for cooperative housing societies and apartment associations in Maharashtra.
What is the purpose of Sahakar Samvad?
The platform aims to create a transparent, accessible, and supportive system where housing society members, office-bearers, and federations can raise issues, share concerns, and seek expert guidance.
Who can use Sahakar Samvad?
It is meant for:
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Members of cooperative housing societies
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Managing committees and office bearers (chairman, secretary, treasurer)
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Apartment associations registered under cooperative laws in Maharashtra
What types of grievances can be raised on Sahakar Samvad?
Common issues include:
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Disputes between members and society committees
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Problems in elections or compliance under the Cooperative Societies Act
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Issues related to maintenance charges, parking, redevelopment, or bye-laws
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Mismanagement, misuse of funds, or transparency issues in housing societies
How can a complaint be lodged on Sahakar Samvad?
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Visit the official Sahakar Samvad platform (by the Federation).
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Select the “Lodge Complaint” option.
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Fill in society details, member information, and grievance description.
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Upload supporting documents if needed.
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Submit and receive a complaint reference number for tracking.
Does Sahakar Samvad provide legal help?
Yes. The platform connects societies with legal experts, cooperative consultants, and housing federation representatives who guide on disputes, compliance, and resolution under the Maharashtra Cooperative Societies Act, 1960 and Model Bye-Laws.
Is Sahakar Samvad linked to the government?
No, it is not a government portal. It is an initiative of the Maharashtra State Cooperative Housing Societies and Apartments Federation Ltd., which works independently to assist societies. However, it aligns with cooperative laws and government policies.
What is the difference between Sahakar Samvad and MahaRERA?
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Sahakar Samvad deals with housing society and apartment association issues (post-possession and cooperative functioning).
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MahaRERA deals with real estate regulation, builder-buyer disputes, and project-related issues.
Can individual members approach Sahakar Samvad directly?
Yes. Both individual members and managing committees can raise complaints or seek guidance directly through the platform.
Why is Sahakar Samvad important for Maharashtra housing societies?
It provides a collective voice and grievance redressal mechanism for lakhs of cooperative housing societies in the state, ensuring smoother functioning, quicker resolution of disputes, and better awareness of cooperative laws.
