Date: 2015-05-14Category: Extra OrdinaryState: Union GovernmentCountry: India
Central Government declared its intention to acquire the right of user in the land specified in the Schedule appended to that notification for the purpose of laying pipeline in State of Punjab for transportation of Natural Gas from Bhatinda (Punjab) to Jammu (J&K) by GSPL INDIA GASNET LIMITED (GIGL)
Executive Summary:
This notification from the Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas declares the acquisition of right of user in specified lands in Punjab for laying a natural gas pipeline from Bhatinda to Jammu by GSPL India Gasnet Limited (GIGL). The decision follows a prior notification, public availability of copies, and a report submitted to the Central Government. The notification also directs that the right of user vests in GIGL instead of the Central Government.
Key Points / Main Content:
Acquisition of Land Rights:
* The Central Government declares the acquisition of right of user for lands specified in the schedule for laying a pipeline.
* The pipeline project is for the transportation of natural gas from Bhatinda, Punjab to Jammu, J&K.
* GSPL India Gasnet Limited (GIGL) is the entity responsible for laying the pipeline.
Vesting of Rights:
* The right of user in the specified land vests in GSPL India Gasnet Limited (GIGL) instead of the Central Government.
* The vesting is effective from the date of publication of the declaration.
* The land is free from all encumbrances upon vesting in GIGL.
Liability and Legal Proceedings:
* GSPL India Gasnet Limited (GIGL) is solely responsible for compensation related to the land usage, according to Section 10 of the Petroleum and Minerals Pipelines Act, 1962.
* No legal action can be taken against the Central Government regarding any matter related to the pipeline.
Schedule of Land:
* The schedule lists specific land areas in the Moga district of Punjab, including villages in the Tehsils of Nihal Singh Wala, Badhani Kalan, Moga, and Dharmkot with Khasara numbers, areas in hectares, and sq meters.
Impact Analysis:
GSPL India Gasnet Limited (GIGL):
* Impact: GIGL is granted the right of user for the specified land and is responsible for laying the pipeline and providing compensation.
* Action Required: GIGL must commence laying the pipeline and ensure compensation is provided as per the Petroleum and Minerals Pipelines Act, 1962.
Landowners in Punjab (Moga District):
* Impact: Landowners will have their right of user acquired for the pipeline project and are entitled to compensation.
* Action Required: Landowners should cooperate with GIGL for the laying of the pipeline and claim compensation as per the Act.
Central Government:
* Impact: The Central Government's role is limited to the initial declaration and direction of rights vesting in GIGL; it is shielded from legal proceedings related to the pipeline.
* Action Required: No specific action is required, but the government should oversee the project's progress and ensure compliance with regulations.
Key Entities Referenced
Petroleum and Minerals Pipelines Acquisition of Right of User in Land Act, 1962: Indian law under which the central government intends to acquire the right of user in the land specified in the schedule.
Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas: The Indian government ministry that issued the notification.
Punjab: State in India where the pipeline will be laid.
Jammu and Kashmir: Union Territory in India, the end point of the natural gas pipeline from Bhatinda.
Bhatinda, Punjab: City in Punjab, India, the starting point of the natural gas pipeline.
GSPL India Gasnet Limited (GIGL): The company responsible for laying the natural gas pipeline.
Moga district, Punjab: District in Punjab, India where land acquisition is taking place for laying of pipeline
Nihal Singh Wala, Punjab: Tehsil in Moga District, Punjab, India where land acquisition is taking place for laying of pipeline