Date: 2016-02-02Category: 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, after being satisified that for the public purpose
Executive Summary:
This notification, issued by the Central Government of India, declares the intention to acquire land in the Bangalore Rural district of Karnataka for the public purpose of building, widening, and maintaining National Highway No. 207 (New No. 648) between KM 57.740 and KM 138.320. Interested persons may object to the land use within twenty-one days of the notification's publication in the Official Gazette.
Key Points / Main Content:
Land Acquisition Declaration:
The Central Government intends to acquire land in Karnataka's Bangalore Rural district for National Highway No. 207 (New No. 648).
The land is required for building, widening (four-laning), maintenance, management, and operation of the highway.
The specific stretch of land is from KM 57.740 to KM 138.320 (Hosakote-Sompura Section).
Objection Mechanism:
Persons interested in the land can object to its use for the stated purpose.
Objections must be submitted in writing to the Competent Authority (Special Land Acquisition Officer, National Highway Authority of India, Kunigal) within 21 days of the notification's publication.
Objections must state the grounds for the objection.
The Competent Authority will provide an opportunity for the objector to be heard, either personally or through a legal practitioner.
The Competent Authority will either allow or disallow the objections via order.
The order made by the Competent Authority is final.
Land Details:
Land plans and details are available for inspection at the Competent Authority's office.
The schedule provides a brief description of the land to be acquired, including survey numbers, type of land, and area.
Impact Analysis:
Landowners/Interested Persons:
Impact: Landowners and those with interests in the specified land stand to have their property acquired for the highway project. They may be displaced or lose access to their land.
Action Required: If they object to the acquisition, they must submit a written objection to the Competent Authority within 21 days of the notification's publication, stating the grounds for their objection.
Competent Authority (Special Land Acquisition Officer):
Impact: The Competent Authority is responsible for managing the objection process and making decisions on whether to allow or disallow objections.
Action Required: The Competent Authority must review and consider all objections received within the stipulated timeframe, provide objectors with a hearing, and issue orders regarding the objections.
National Highway Authority of India (NHAI):
Impact: NHAI is responsible for the highway project, including land acquisition and construction.
Action Required: NHAI needs to ensure a fair and transparent land acquisition process, addressing objections appropriately and compensating affected parties as per regulations.
Central Government:
Impact: The Central Government is responsible for ensuring the project aligns with national infrastructure goals and that the land acquisition process adheres to legal requirements.
Action Required: Oversee the project and ensure compliance with the National Highways Act, 1956.
Key Entities Referenced
National Highways Act, 1956: A legal act under which the land acquisition is being carried out.
Karnataka: The State in India where the land acquisition is taking place.
Bangalore Rural: The district in Karnataka where the land acquisition is taking place.
National Highway No. 207 New No. 648: The National Highway for which land is being acquired for building, widening, and maintenance.
Hosakote-Sompura Section: The specific section of National Highway No. 207 New No. 648 where the land acquisition is focused.
Special Land Acquisition Officer, National Highway Authority of India, Kunigal: The Competent Authority responsible for handling objections related to the land acquisition.
Ministry of Road Transport and Highways: The government ministry responsible for the notification.
KIADB: Karnataka Industrial Areas Development Board