Executive Summary:
This notification, issued by the central government, enacts amendments to notification S.O. 1973E, dated June 22, 2017, concerning the National Highway Act of 1956. The amendments modify entries in the schedule related to specific districts, taluks, police stations and villages, within Shimla. It was published in the Gazette of India on December 21, 2017.
Key Points / Main Content:
Amendments to Notification S.O. 1973E:
* The notification amends the schedule to notification S.O. 1973E, dated June 22, 2017.
Specific Amendments:
* Against serial No. 1 for District Shimla, Taluk Rohru, after the entry for village Sungri, specified entries are inserted for Police Station Rohru, including a list of villages (D.P.F. Dharshal, Banchuchh, Kanevara, Barasali, Karalash, Andhreothi, D.P.F. Khanaula, Bhamnoli, Pujarali, Katehadi, Jauli, Seri, Jangal Meh.Meh. Sharmali Aval, Jangal Meh.Meh. Sharmali Doyam, Nagadhar, Paoli, Thamthari).
* Against serial No. 1 for District Shimla, Taluk Rampur, after the entry for village Deothi, specified entries are inserted for Police Station Taklech, including a list of villages (Sharan, Jangal Sharan Jarasi, Barandli, Karsoli, Theda Chikhari, Rajpura, Uper Khanortu, D.P.F. Taklech, D.P.F. Kuwan, Damrali, D.P.F. Aagadhar, Siyarla Barshol, Parog, Kim, Kareri, Anurakshi, Jangal Kareri).
* Against serial No. 1 for District Shimla, Taluk Rampur, after the entry for village Sarahan, specified entries are inserted for Police Station Sarahan, including a list of villages (Kuhal Patena, Daran, D.P.F. Daran, Bajwa, D.P.F Runpoo, Bhagawat, Pithvi, Kurgoo, Shahdhar, Majhgaon, Ranbi, Kanne, Tyawal, Kotla).
Impact Analysis:
Ministry of Road Transport and Highways:
* Impact: Responsible for implementing the amendments to the notification.
* Action Required: Update records and ensure compliance with the amended notification.
National Highways Authority of India (NHAI):
* Impact: May be affected by changes related to land acquisition and project implementation in the specified areas.
* Action Required: Review the amended notification to assess the impact on ongoing and planned projects and take necessary actions.
Local Authorities (Shimla District Administration, Taluk Offices, Police Stations):
* Impact: Directly affected by the changes in village listings under respective police stations and taluks.
* Action Required: Update local records and administrative boundaries to reflect the changes.
Residents and Landowners in Affected Villages:
* Impact: Potential impact on land acquisition, compensation, and developmental projects.
* Action Required: Stay informed about developments and exercise their rights and responsibilities as per the law.
Key Entities Referenced
National Highway Act, 1956: A law enacted by the Parliament of India regarding national highways.
Ministry of Road Transport and Highways: A ministry in the Government of India responsible for the development and maintenance of national highways.
S.O. 1973E: A notification number related to land acquisition for national highways, dated 22nd June 2017.
Shimla, Himachal Pradesh: A district in Himachal Pradesh, India, where land acquisition is being carried out.
Rohru, Himachal Pradesh: A Taluk (sub-division) in Shimla district where land acquisition is being carried out.
Rampur, Himachal Pradesh: A Taluk (sub-division) in Shimla district where land acquisition is being carried out.
Taklech: A Police station under Rampur Taluk of Shimla District, Himachal Pradesh
Sarahan: A Police station under Rampur Taluk of Shimla District, Himachal Pradesh