Executive Summary:
This notification declares the Central Government's intention to acquire land in Paschim Bardhaman district, West Bengal, for the Eastern Dedicated Freight Corridor project. Individuals with interests in the land have 30 days from the notification's publication date (November 3, 2020) to raise objections. Objections must be submitted in writing to the Additional District Magistrate, Land Acquisition, Paschim Bardhaman.
Key Points / Main Content:
Land Acquisition Intention:
* The Central Government intends to acquire land in Paschim Bardhaman, West Bengal, for the Eastern Dedicated Freight Corridor.
* A brief description of the land is provided 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.
* Objections must be submitted in writing to the Additional District Magistrate, Land Acquisition, Paschim Bardhaman.
* Objections must state the grounds for opposition.
* 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 further inquiry.
* The competent authority's order is final.
Land Details:
* Land plans and details are available for inspection at the office of the competent authority.
* The schedule lists specific plots by police station, mouza, JL No., and affected portion.
Impact Analysis:
Landowners/Interested Parties in Paschim Bardhaman:
Impact: Potentially losing land for the Eastern Dedicated Freight Corridor project.
Action Required: If desired, submit written objections, including grounds for opposition, to the Additional District Magistrate, Land Acquisition, Paschim Bardhaman, within 30 days of the notification.
Key Entities Referenced
Railways Act, 1989: A law enacted in 1989, referenced in the notification as the basis for land acquisition.
Central Government: The governing body issuing the notification and exercising powers under the Railways Act, 1989.
Eastern Dedicated Freight Corridor: A Special Railway Project for which land is being acquired.
Paschim Bardhaman, West Bengal: District and State where the land acquisition is taking place for the railway project.
Additional District Magistrate Land Acquisition, Paschim Bardhaman, West Bengal: The competent authority to whom objections regarding the land acquisition should be addressed.
Section 20A: Section of the Railways Act, 1989 that defines the power and process of land acquisition for railway projects
Section 20D: Section of the Railways Act, 1989 that defines the process to raise objection to the acquisition and use of such land
A. K. Sinha: Executive Director Land and Amenities, Ministry of Railways.