Guntur Division, South Central Railway, publication of Notification under clause (37A) of Section 2 of the Railways Act, 1989 acquisition of land for proposed Siding Connectivity to M/s. Shree Cement Ltd served by Tummalacheruvu (TMLU) station on GUNTUR(GNT)_ NADIKUDI(NDKD) section in Palnadu District of Andhra Pradesh state.

**Executive Summary** The Ministry of Railways, through notification S.O. 2663(E) dated May 26, 2026, has officially designated the siding connectivity project for M/s. Shree Cement Ltd. as a "Special Railway Project." This declaration, made under the Railways Act, 1989, is intended to facilitate land acquisition in the Palnadu District of Andhra Pradesh. The notification is effective immediately from the date of its publication in the Official Gazette. **Key Points / Main Content** **Project Classification and Legal Basis** * The Central Government exercised powers under clause (37A) of Section 2 of the Railways Act, 1989. * The "Proposed Siding Connectivity to M/s. Shree Cement Ltd." is formally notified as a "Special Railway Project." **Project Scope and Location** * The project involves siding connectivity served by the Tummalacheruvu (TMLU) station. * The specific rail section is located between Tummalacheruvu (TMLU) and Nadikudi (NDKD) stations on the Guntur (GNT)–Nadikudi (NDKD) line. * Land acquisition will take place in the District of Palnadu, State of Andhra Pradesh. **Administrative Details** * The notification was issued by the South Central Railway, Guntur division. * The document is signed by Sudeshna Sen, Divisional Railway Manager (DRM). **Impact Analysis** **M/s. Shree Cement Ltd.** **Impact** The company will receive dedicated railway siding connectivity to its facilities via the Tummalacheruvu station. **Action Required** Coordinate with the Ministry of Railways/South Central Railway for the technical implementation and development of the siding. **Landowners in Palnadu District, Andhra Pradesh** **Impact** Properties located within the project's trajectory are now subject to land acquisition under the legal provisions governing Special Railway Projects. **Action Required** Await further specific notices regarding land surveys, valuation, and acquisition proceedings. **Ministry of Railways (South Central Railway)** **Impact** The designation provides the legal authority required to expedite land acquisition processes specifically for this project. **Action Required** Commence formal land acquisition procedures in the Palnadu District in accordance with the Railways Act.

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