Date: 2013-12-31Category: Extra OrdinaryState: Union GovernmentCountry: India
In exercise of the powers conferred by sub-section (1) of Section 6 of the said Act, the Central Govt. hereby declares that the right of user in the land specified in the Schedule appended to this notification is hereby acquired for laying the pipeline.
Executive Summary:
This notification from the Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas declares the Central Government's acquisition of the right of user for land in Uttar Pradesh, specifically in Tehsil and District Chandauli, for laying a pipeline by the Indian Oil Corporation Limited (IOCL). This decision follows an intention declared on August 16, 2013, and considers a report submitted under the Petroleum and Minerals Pipelines Act of 1962. The right of user vests in IOCL from the date of this notification's publication.
Key Points / Main Content:
Acquisition Declaration:
* The Central Government declares the acquisition of the right of user in the land specified in the Schedule for laying a pipeline.
Vesting of Rights:
* The right of user in the specified land vests in Indian Oil Corporation Limited (IOCL) instead of the Central Government.
* This vesting is effective from the date of publication of this declaration.
* The vesting is free from all encumbrances.
Liability for Compensation:
* Indian Oil Corporation Limited (IOCL) is exclusively liable for compensation under Section 10 of the Petroleum and Minerals Pipelines Act of 1962.
* No suit, claim, or legal proceeding will lie against the Central Government regarding the pipeline.
Schedule of Land:
* The schedule lists the Khasra numbers and area details (Hectare Are Sq. mt.) of land parcels in various villages, including Dharna, Bilari Dih, Mahewa, Chakiya, Gauri, Jafarpur, Chandarkha, Rangoli and Hindwari within Tehsil and District Chandauli in Uttar Pradesh.
Impact Analysis:
Indian Oil Corporation Limited (IOCL):
Impact: IOCL is granted the right of user for laying the pipeline and is responsible for compensating landowners. IOCL assumes all liabilities related to compensation under the Petroleum and Minerals Pipelines Act of 1962.
Action Required: IOCL must ensure the pipeline is laid according to regulations, provide compensation to affected parties as per the Act, and be prepared to handle any claims or legal proceedings related to the pipeline.
Landowners in Chandauli District, Uttar Pradesh:
Impact: Landowners will have their right of user acquired for the pipeline project. They are entitled to compensation from IOCL as per the Petroleum and Minerals Pipelines Act of 1962.
Action Required: Landowners need to cooperate with IOCL for the laying of the pipeline and file for compensation as per the provisions of the Act.
Central Government:
Impact: The Central Government transfers the right of user to IOCL and is shielded from any legal claims or proceedings related to the pipeline project.
Action Required: No specific action is required, as the rights and liabilities are transferred to IOCL upon publication of the declaration.
Key Entities Referenced
Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas: The Indian government ministry responsible for petroleum and natural gas.
New Delhi: The location where the notification was issued.
Petroleum and Minerals Pipelines Acquisition of Right of User in Land Act, 1962: The law under which the land rights are being acquired for the pipeline.
Indian Oil Corporation Limited: The company responsible for laying the pipeline and liable for compensation.
Barauni-Kanpur pipeline: The pipeline being shifted between Mughalsarai and Kanpur.
Mughalsarai: Starting point of pipeline shifting.
Kanpur: Ending point of pipeline shifting.
Chandauli District, Uttar Pradesh: The district and state where the land acquisition is taking place for the pipeline.