Date: 2016-09-08Category: Extra OrdinaryState: Union GovernmentCountry: India
In exercise of the powers conferred by sub section 1 of section 3A of the National Highways Act 1956 48 of 1956 hereinafter referred to as the said Act the Central Government
Executive Summary:
This notification, issued by the Central Government of India, declares the intention to acquire land in the Pune district of Maharashtra for the purpose of building, widening, and maintaining National Highway No. 222. The affected land spans from Km 101.000 to Km 161.000. Interested parties have 21 days from the notification date (September 8, 2016) to object to the land acquisition.
Key Points / Main Content:
Land Acquisition Declaration:
The Central Government declares its intention to acquire land in Pune district for National Highway No. 222 improvements.
The land is located between Km 101.000 and Km 161.000.
The purpose is for building, widening (two to four lanes), maintenance, management, and operation of the highway.
Objection Process:
Any person with interest in the land can object to its use for the stated purpose.
Objections must be submitted in writing to the Special Deputy Collector, Land Acquisition No. 17, Pune.
The deadline for submitting objections is 21 days from the notification date (September 8, 2016).
Objections must state the grounds for the objection.
Objectors will be given an opportunity to be heard in person or through a legal representative.
The competent authority will either allow or disallow objections after hearing and inquiry.
The order made by the competent authority is final.
Land Information:
Land plans and details are available for inspection at the office of the competent authority.
Impact Analysis:
Landowners/Interested Parties:
Impact: Landowners within the specified stretch of National Highway No. 222 in the Pune district will be affected by the land acquisition.
Action Required: Landowners who object to the acquisition must submit written objections to the Special Deputy Collector, Land Acquisition No. 17, Pune, within 21 days of the notification date.
Competent Authority (Special Deputy Collector, Land Acquisition No. 17, Pune):
Impact: Responsible for receiving, reviewing, and processing objections to the land acquisition.
Action Required: The authority must provide objectors with an opportunity to be heard, conduct inquiries, and issue orders either allowing or disallowing the objections.
Central Government:
Impact: Oversees and authorizes the land acquisition process for the National Highway project.
Action Required: Ensure the land acquisition process follows the guidelines and regulations outlined in the National Highways Act, 1956.
Key Entities Referenced
National Highways Act, 1956: An Indian law that provides for the declaration of certain highways as national highways and for matters connected therewith.
Maharashtra: A state in India where the land acquisition is taking place.
Pune District: A district in Maharashtra, India, where the National Highway No. 222 widening project is located.
National Highway No. 222: A National Highway in India that is subject to widening and construction as described in the notification.
Malshej Ghat: A mountain pass in the Western Ghats range in Maharashtra, India; the project spans from the end of this ghat.
Ani Ghat: A mountain pass in Maharashtra, India; the project extends to the start of this ghat.
Deputy Collector, Land Acquisition No. 17, Pune: The competent authority responsible for handling objections related to the land acquisition.
Rajesh Gupta: Deputy Secretary, Ministry of Road Transport and Highways