Date: 2015-06-22Category: Extra OrdinaryState: Union GovernmentCountry: India
In exercise of the powers conferred by clause (a) of Section 3 of the National Highways Act, 1956 (48 of 1956), the Central Govt., hereby authorises the officers mentioned in Column (2) of the scheduled annexed hereto as the Competent Authorities
Executive Summary:
This notification, issued by the Ministry of Road Transport and Highways, authorises designated officers as competent authorities under the National Highways Act of 1956. The authorization pertains to land acquisition for building, widening, maintenance, management, and operation of National Highway No. 361 in the state of Maharashtra, effective from the date of the notification's publication (June 22, 2015). The highway connects Tuljapur, Latur, Ahmedpur, Nanded, Yavatmal, Wardha and terminates at its junction with NH44 near Butibori in the State of Maharashtra.
Key Points / Main Content:
* **Authorization of Competent Authorities:**
* Officers listed in Column 2 of the schedule are authorized as Competent Authorities.
* These authorities will perform functions under the National Highways Act, 1956.
* **Land Acquisition for National Highway 361:**
* Applies to land specified in Column 3 of the schedule.
* Land is related to Districts, Talukas, Tehsils, Police Stations, and Villages mentioned in Columns 4, 5, 6, and 7 of the schedule, respectively.
* Purpose: Building, widening, maintenance, management, and operation of National Highway No. 361 in Maharashtra.
Impact Analysis:
* **Central Government:**
* Impact: Exercise of powers conferred by the National Highways Act, 1956, is put into action.
* Action Required: Ensure the notification is implemented and that authorized officers carry out their functions.
* **Competent Authorities (Designated Officers):**
* Impact: Authorized to perform functions related to land acquisition for National Highway No. 361.
* Action Required: Execute duties under the National Highways Act, 1956, for land acquisition as specified in the schedule.
* **Landowners and Residents in Affected Areas:**
* Impact: Land within specified districts, talukas, tehsils, police station jurisdictions, and villages is subject to acquisition for the highway project.
* Action Required: Be aware of potential land acquisition and related legal processes.
* **State Government of Maharashtra:**
* Impact: National Highway No. 361 development within the state's boundaries is facilitated.
* Action Required: Coordinate with central authorities and provide support for land acquisition and highway development activities.
Key Entities Referenced
National Highways Act, 1956: The primary legislation under which the notification is issued, concerning national highways.
National Highway No. 361: The specific national highway in Maharashtra that is the subject of the land acquisition for building, widening, maintenance and management.
Maharashtra: The State in India where the National Highway 361 is located and where the land acquisition is taking place.
Tuljapur: Starting point of National Highway 361 in Maharashtra.
Latur: City in Maharashtra connected by National Highway 361.
Ahmedpur: City in Maharashtra connected by National Highway 361.
Nanded: City in Maharashtra connected by National Highway 361.
Wardha: District in Maharashtra through which National Highway 361 passes.