The notification declares the Central Government's intention to acquire land in the Chandauli district of Uttar Pradesh for the execution, maintenance, management, and operation of the Eastern Dedicated Freight Corridor, a special railway project, as per Section 20A(1) of the Railways Act, 1989.
Interested parties can raise objections to the land acquisition within 30 days of the notification's publication in the Official Gazette.
Key Changes
The notification pertains to the acquisition of specific land parcels in the Chandauli district of Uttar Pradesh.
The land acquisition is for the Eastern Dedicated Freight Corridor project.
A schedule is provided with a brief description of the land to be acquired, including the village, Gata number, and area in hectares for each parcel of land.
Objections to the acquisition can be raised within 30 days from the date of publication of the notification.
Objections must be submitted in writing to the Additional District Magistrate (Finance/Revenue), Chandauli, Uttar Pradesh, stating the grounds for the objection.
The Competent Authority will provide an opportunity for objectors to be heard, either in person or through a legal practitioner, before allowing or disallowing the objections.
The order made by the Competent Authority under sub-section (2) of Section 20D of the said Act shall be final.
The land plans and other details are available for inspection at the office of the Competent Authority.
Impact Analysis
Landowners/Interested Parties
Action Item: Interested persons should inspect the land plans and other details of the land covered under this notification at the office of the Competent Authority.
Government (Ministry of Railways)
Action Item: The Ministry of Railways, through the Competent Authority, must ensure proper compensation and rehabilitation measures are in place for displaced landowners.
Eastern Dedicated Freight Corridor Corporation of India Limited (DFCCIL)
Action Item: DFCCIL should coordinate with the Ministry of Railways and the district administration to ensure smooth land acquisition and address any issues or objections raised by landowners.
General Public
Action Item: Stay informed about the progress of the project and any potential disruptions.
Key Entities Referenced
Central Government: The issuing authority for the notification, acting through the Ministry of Railways.
Ministry of Railways (Railway Board): The government body responsible for railway projects and land acquisition.
Railways Act, 1989 (24 of 1989): The legal framework under which the land acquisition is being carried out. Specifically, Section 20A and 20D are referenced.
Eastern Dedicated Freight Corridor: The special railway project for which the land is being acquired. It aims to improve freight transportation.
Chandauli District, Uttar Pradesh: The geographical location where the land acquisition is taking place.
Additional District Magistrate (Finance/Revenue), Chandauli, Uttar Pradesh: The Competent Authority responsible for hearing objections related to the land acquisition.