## Report on Land Acquisition for the Eastern Dedicated Freight Corridor Project in Uttar Pradesh
**1. Executive Summary:**
This report analyzes a government notification regarding the acquisition of land in the Etawah district of Uttar Pradesh for the Eastern Dedicated Freight Corridor (EDFC) project. The notification, dated March 25, 2022, declares the Central Government's decision to acquire land specified in an attached schedule, following consideration of objections and a report from the Competent Authority. The land will be used for the execution, maintenance, management, and operation of the EDFC. This report aims to provide stakeholders, particularly those in the railway and logistics sectors, with a clear understanding of this land acquisition process and its implications.
**2. Introduction:**
This report provides an overview and analysis of a notification published by the Government of India, Ministry of Railways, concerning the acquisition of land for the Eastern Dedicated Freight Corridor (EDFC) project. The analysis is based solely on the provided text of the notification.
**3. Policy Overview:**
* This notification pertains to an *amendment* of the land acquisition process that was initialised by notification S.O. 4328E, dated the 13th October, 2021.
* **Core Objective:** The core objective, as inferred from the provided text, is to facilitate the execution, maintenance, management, and operation of the Eastern Dedicated Freight Corridor by acquiring the necessary land in Etawah district, Uttar Pradesh.
**4. Background and Rationale:**
This is an *amendment* related to land acquisition. The original notification (S.O. 4328E, dated October 13, 2021) declared the government's intention to acquire land for the EDFC. The current notification addresses the next step in the process. The text indicates that objections were received and considered by the Competent Authority, implying that the amendment serves to officially declare that, following the objection handling process, the land is officially acquired. This likely clarifies the land acquisition process and removes any legal impediments for the project to move forward.
**5. Key Provisions / Changes:**
This notification confirms and solidifies the initial intention to acquire land.
* **Specific Part Changed/Affected:** This notification directly affects the land acquisition process initiated by notification S.O. 4328E, dated the 13th October, 2021.
* **New Rule/Provision:** The new provision is the declaration that the lands specified in the schedule are officially acquired for the EDFC project and will vest absolutely in the Central Government, free from all encumbrances, upon publication of the notification in the official Gazette.
* **Difference/Effect of Change:** The initial notification only *expressed intent* to acquire. This notification finalizes that intent. It effectively transfers ownership of the designated land to the Central Government, enabling the commencement of construction and other project-related activities. It likely also triggers compensation procedures.
**6. Target Audience and Stakeholders:**
The primary target audience and stakeholders are:
* **Landowners** in the Etawah district of Uttar Pradesh whose land is specified in the schedule, particularly those in Ritaur village whose land has survey number 135mi.
* **The Ministry of Railways and Railway Board.**
* **Entities involved in the Eastern Dedicated Freight Corridor project**, including construction companies, logistics providers, and operational staff.
**7. Implementation Aspects (Inferred):**
* **Responsible Agency/Bodies:**
* The Central Government (Ministry of Railways).
* The Competent Authority (responsible for considering objections and submitting a report).
* Executive Director Land and Surveys.
* **Timelines/Procedures:** The notification is effective upon publication in the official Gazette. This triggers the transfer of land ownership. While specific timelines for compensation or construction are not mentioned, the acquisition is a prerequisite for subsequent project phases.
**8. Expected Outcomes / Impact of Changes:**
The intended outcome of this notification is to secure the land necessary for the EDFC project, enabling:
* Unimpeded progress of the Eastern Dedicated Freight Corridor construction.
* Improved freight transportation efficiency in the region.
* Potential economic benefits through improved connectivity and logistics infrastructure.
**9. Conclusion:**
The government notification of March 25, 2022, represents a critical step in the implementation of the Eastern Dedicated Freight Corridor project. By formally acquiring the necessary land in Etawah district, Uttar Pradesh, the Central Government is enabling the project's progression towards completion. The notification signifies a key achievement in the legal process and will directly affect landowners and significantly impact the development of railway infrastructure and freight transportation in the region.
Key Entities Referenced
Railways Act, 1989: An act of the Indian Parliament, referenced in the context of land acquisition for a railway project.
Eastern Dedicated Freight Corridor: A special railway project for which land is being acquired.
Etawah, Uttar Pradesh: District and State where the land acquisition for the railway project is taking place.
Amar Ujala: A daily newspaper in which the notification regarding land acquisition was published.
Dainik Jagran: A daily newspaper in which the notification regarding land acquisition was published.
Bharthana: Tehsil where the land is acquired
Ritaur: Village where the land is acquired
PANKAJ TYAGI: Executive Director involved in the notification process
Ministry of Railways: The Indian government ministry responsible for the railway project and related notifications.
Railway Board: A body within the Ministry of Railways involved in issuing the notification.
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EXTRAORDINARY
भाग II—खण् ड 3—उप-खण्ड (ii)
PART II—Section 3—Sub-section (ii)
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MINISTRY OF RAILWAYS
(Railway Board)
NOTIFICATION
New Delhi, the 25th March, 2022
S.O. 1529(E).—Whereas, by the notification of the Government of India, in the Ministry of Railways
(Railway Board), number, S.O. 4328(E), dated the 13th October, 2021, published in Gazette of India,
Extraordinary, Part II, Section 3, Sub-section (ii), dated the 18th October, 2021 (hereinafter referred to as the said
notification) and issued under sub-section (1) of section 20A of the Railways Act, 1989 (24 of 1989) (hereinafter
referred to as the said Act), the Central Government declared its intention to acquire the land specified in the
schedule annexed to the said notification for the purpose of execution, maintenance, management and operation
of Special Railway Project namely, Eastern Dedicated Freight Corridor in the district of Etawah in the State of
Uttar Pradesh;
And whereas, the substance of the said notification was published in daily newspapers namely, “Amar
Ujala” and “Dainik Jagran” dated the 4th November, 2021 under sub-section (4) of section 20A of the said Act;
And whereas, one objection was received and the same has been considered by the Competent
Authority accordingly orders have been passed;
And whereas, in pursuance of sub-section (1) of section 20E of the said Act, the Competent Authority
has submitted its report to the Central Government;
Now therefore, upon receipt of the said report of the Competent Authority and in exercise of the powers
conferred by sub-section (1) of section 20E of the said Act, the Central Government hereby declares that the
lands specified in the schedule annexed hereto shall be acquired for the aforesaid purpose;[भाग II—खण् ड 3(ii)] भारत का रािपत्र : असाधारण 3
And further, in pursuance of sub-section (2) of section 20E of the said Act, the Central Government
hereby declares that on publication of this notification in the official Gazette, the land specified in the schedule
annexed hereto shall vest absolutely in the Central Government free from all encumbrances.
SCHEDULE
Brief description of the land to be acquired with or without structure for the Special Railway Project namely,
Eastern Dedicated Freight Corridor in the district of Etawah in the State of Uttar Pradesh.
District : Etawah
Sl. No. Name of the Name of Survey Type of Nature of Area in Name of land
Tehsil Village Number land land Hectares owners/interested
persons
(1) (2) (3) (4) (5) (6) (7) (8)
1 Bharthana Ritaur 135 mi Private Agricultural 0.0063 Upendra Singh,
Nirpendra Singh,
Pushpendra Singh
S/o Ramjanm
Singh.
[F. No. 2022/LML-II/12/2/EC/2291]
PANKAJ TYAGI, Executive Director (L&A)
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