Executive Summary:
This notification, issued by the Central Government, declares the intention to acquire land in the East Godavari district of Andhra Pradesh for the public purpose of building, maintaining, and operating National Highway No. 16216A. The land acquisition spans from Km 901.920 to Km 904.407 of the Gundugolanu-Rajamahendravaram section. Interested parties have 21 days from the notification date (November 20, 2017) to object to the land use.
Key Points / Main Content:
Land Acquisition Declaration:
* The Central Government intends to acquire land in the East Godavari district of Andhra Pradesh for National Highway No. 16216A.
* The acquisition is for building, maintenance, management, and operation purposes.
* The specific area affected is between Km 901.920 and Km 904.407 of the Gundugolanu-Rajamahendravaram section.
* A brief description of the land is provided in the attached schedule.
Objection Process:
* Persons interested in the land can object to its use for the stated purpose.
* Objections must be submitted in writing to the Sub-Collector/Revenue Divisional Officer, Rajamahendravaram, within 21 days of the notification's publication.
* The objection should state the grounds for the objection.
* Objectors will have an opportunity to be heard in person or through a legal representative.
* The competent authority will either allow or disallow the objections by order.
* The order made by the competent authority shall be final.
Additional Information:
* Land plans and other details are available for inspection at the office of the competent authority.
Impact Analysis:
Landowners/Interested Parties:
Impact: Affected landowners may have their land acquired for the highway project. They may also experience potential disruptions due to construction activities.
Action Required: Landowners who object to the acquisition must submit their objections in writing within 21 days of the notification date (November 20, 2017) to the designated authority. They may need to attend hearings to present their case.
Competent Authority (Sub-Collector/Revenue Divisional Officer, Rajamahendravaram):
Impact: Responsible for receiving and processing objections related to the land acquisition.
Action Required: The authority must review all objections, provide objectors an opportunity to be heard, conduct necessary inquiries, and issue orders either allowing or disallowing the objections.
Central Government:
Impact: Oversees the land acquisition process for the development of National Highway No. 16216A.
Action Required: Ensure that the land acquisition process adheres to the National Highways Act, 1956, and that the rights of affected parties are respected.
Residents/Public:
Impact: The project aims to improve infrastructure, which will ultimately benefit the public.
Action Required: No immediate action required.
Key Entities Referenced
National Highways Act, 1956: A law enacted by the Indian government concerning national highways. This notification is issued in exercise of powers conferred by section 3A of this act.
Central Government: The governing body of India, responsible for issuing the notification and acquiring land for the national highway project.
National Highway No. 16: A specific national highway that is subject to construction of flyoverswideningfour laningsix laning etc., maintenance, management and operation.
Andhra Pradesh: The state in India where the land acquisition for the highway project is taking place.
East Godavari: A district in Andhra Pradesh where the land acquisition for the highway project is taking place.
GundugolanuRajamahendravaram: A section of National Highway No. 16 in East Godavari district of Andhra Pradesh. Land acquisition is for building Construction of flyoverswideningfour laningsix laning etc., maintenance, management and operation for this section.
Sub-CollectorRevenue Divisional Officer, Rajamahendravaram: The competent authority designated to hear objections related to the land acquisition process.
RAJESH GUPTA: The Deputy Secretary who issued the notification.