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Date: 10-Feb-2025 Category: Extra Ordinary State: Union Government Country: India

Acquisition of Land in Palghat for DFCCIL Project.

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Executive Summary & Key Takeaways

What it means

  • The notification declares the Central Government's intention to acquire land in Palghar district, Maharashtra, for the Western Dedicated Freight Corridor project.
  • This declaration is made under Section 20A(1) of the Railways Act, 1989, after the government determined that the land is required for a public purpose related to the execution, maintenance, management, and operation of the railway project.

Key Changes

  • The notification concerns the acquisition of land in Palghar district, Maharashtra, specifically in Kardal village, Taluka Palghar.
  • Survey number 9, specifically portions 10/1 (0.1100 Hectares) and 10/2, are identified for acquisition.
  • Interested parties have 30 days from the date of publication of the notification (February 10, 2025) to raise objections to the land acquisition.
  • Objections must be submitted in writing to the Deputy Collector (Land Acquisition), Surya Project, Dahanu, Palghar, Maharashtra, and must specify the grounds for the objection.
  • The Competent Authority will provide an opportunity for objectors to be heard, either in person or through a legal representative, before making a final decision on the objections.
  • The order made by the Competent Authority under sub-section (2) of Section 20D of the Railways Act, 1989 shall be final.

Impact Analysis

Landowners/Residents

  • Action Items: Landowners should review the notification details and land plans at the Competent Authority's office. If they have objections, they must file them in writing within 30 days of the notification's publication, clearly stating the grounds for their objections. They should prepare to present their case to the Competent Authority, either personally or through a legal representative.

Western Dedicated Freight Corridor Project

  • Action Items: Project authorities should ensure that the land acquisition process is conducted fairly and in accordance with the Railways Act, 1989. They should be prepared to address and resolve any objections raised by affected parties.

Government Authorities

  • Action Items: The Competent Authority must ensure that all objections are properly reviewed and that objectors are given a fair hearing. They must also make a final determination on the objections in accordance with the Railways Act, 1989.

Legal Practitioners

  • Action Items: Legal practitioners should familiarize themselves with the Railways Act, 1989, and the land acquisition process. They should advise their clients on their rights and obligations and represent them effectively before the Competent Authority.

Key Entities Referenced

Central Government: The issuing authority of the notification, acting under the powers conferred by the Railways Act, 1989. Railways Act, 1989: The primary legislation governing the acquisition of land for railway projects. Specifically, Section 20A and 20D are referenced in the notification. Western Dedicated Freight Corridor: A special railway project for which the land is being acquired. The project aims to improve freight transportation efficiency. Palghar District, Maharashtra: The geographical location where the land acquisition is taking place. Deputy Collector (Land Acquisition), Surya Project, Dahanu, Palghar, Maharashtra: The Competent Authority responsible for hearing and resolving objections related to the land acquisition.
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