Date: 2016-02-05Category: Extra OrdinaryState: Union GovernmentCountry: India
In exercise of the powers conferred by sub-section 1 of Section 20A of the Railway Act, 1989 24 of 1989 hereinafter referred to as the said Act, the Central Government, after being satisfied
Executive Summary:
This notification, issued by the Ministry of Railways, declares the Central Government's intention to acquire land in Gaya district, Bihar, for the Eastern Dedicated Freight Corridor project. Interested parties have 30 days from the notification's publication date (February 5, 2016) to raise objections. Objections must be submitted in writing to the Incharge Land Acquisition Officer, Gaya, Bihar.
Key Points / Main Content:
Land Acquisition Declaration:
* The Central Government declares its intention to acquire land for the Eastern Dedicated Freight Corridor project in Gaya district, Bihar, as described in the attached schedule.
Objection Process:
* Interested persons may object to the acquisition and use of the land within 30 days of the notification's publication in the Official Gazette.
* Objections must be in writing and submitted to the Incharge Land Acquisition Officer, Gaya, Bihar, stating the grounds for the objection.
* The Competent Authority will provide objectors an opportunity to be heard, either in person or through a legal representative.
* The Competent Authority will issue an order either allowing or disallowing the objections after hearing and inquiry.
* The order made by the Competent Authority is final.
Land Details:
* Land plans and other details are available for inspection at the office of the Competent Authority.
* The schedule provides a brief description of the land to be acquired, including plot numbers, areas, and affected portions in various Mouzas and Thanas of Gaya district.
Impact Analysis:
Landowners/Interested Parties:
Impact: Landowners and other parties with interests in the specified land in Gaya district will be affected by the potential acquisition of their land for the railway project.
Action Required: Those who wish to object to the acquisition must submit their written objections, including the grounds for objection, to the Incharge Land Acquisition Officer, Gaya, Bihar, within 30 days of the notification's publication (February 5, 2016).
Key Entities Referenced
Railway Act, 1989: An act of the Parliament of India to consolidate and amend the law relating to Railways.
Central Government: The executive authority of the Union of India.
Eastern Dedicated Freight Corridor: A special railway project for freight transport.
Gaya, Bihar: A district in the state of Bihar, India, where land acquisition is planned for the Eastern Dedicated Freight Corridor.
Land Acquisition Officer, Gaya, Bihar: The competent authority for land acquisition in Gaya district for the railway project.
Achal Jain: Executive Director, Land and Amenities, Ministry of Railways, Railway Board.
Ministry of Railways: The Indian government ministry responsible for the railways.
New Delhi: The capital of India.