Executive Summary:
This notification, issued by the Central Government, authorizes specific officers to act as competent authorities concerning land acquisition for the widening of National Highway No. 76 in Uttar Pradesh. The project spans from Km 89.600 to Km 133.520, near Harpalpur Railway Crossing to Sugira. This authorization is effective from the date of publication in the official Gazette.
Key Points / Main Content:
Authorization of Competent Authorities:
* The notification empowers officers listed in column 2 of the schedule to perform the functions of competent authorities under the National Highway Act of 1956.
Scope of Land Acquisition:
* The land acquisition relates to the stretch on National Highway No. 76 from Km 89.600 to Km 133.520 in Uttar Pradesh.
* The project includes widening to four lanes, maintenance, management, and operation of the specified highway section, including bypasses.
Geographic Details:
* The land acquisition affects specific districts, talukas, police stations, and villages listed in columns 4, 5, 6, and 7 of the schedule.
* Affected areas include Mahoba district, Kulpahar Taluk, and villages such as Umrayi, Chamarara, and Bamhauri.
Impact Analysis:
Land Owners/Residents in Affected Areas:
* Impact: Land will be acquired for the highway project, potentially requiring relocation or changes to land use.
* Action Required: Land owners need to be aware of the land acquisition process and their rights.
Competent Authorities:
* Impact: These officers are authorized to carry out functions related to land acquisition under the National Highway Act, 1956.
* Action Required: Perform duties per the Act concerning land acquisition for the specified highway project.
Central Government:
* Impact: Oversees and enables the highway expansion project.
* Action Required: Ensure the competent authorities adhere to the National Highway Act during land acquisition.
Key Entities Referenced
National Highway Act 1956: A law enacted by the government of India, referenced as the legal basis for the notification.
Central Government: The governing body authorizing actions related to the national highway project.
National Highway No. 76: The specific highway undergoing widening and improvement as described in the notification.
Uttar Pradesh: The Indian state where the highway project is located.
Harpalpur Railway Crossing: A landmark near the starting point of the highway section being improved.
Sugira: The approximate ending point of the highway section being improved.
Mahoba: A district in Uttar Pradesh, India, affected by the land acquisition for the highway project.
Banda: A district in Uttar Pradesh, India, affected by the land acquisition for the highway project.