Date: 2021-03-23Category: Extra OrdinaryState: Union GovernmentCountry: India
In exercise of the powers conferred by subsection 2 of section 2 of the National Highways Act, 1956 48 of 1956, the Central Government hereby makes the following further amendment in the notification
## Report on Amendments to the National Highways Act, 1956
**1. Executive Summary:**
This report analyzes notifications S.O. 1301(E) and S.O. 1302(E) published on March 23, 2021, amending the National Highways Act, 1956. S.O. 1301(E) substitutes entries in the Schedule of the Act, specifically altering the description of National Highways 401 and 404 in Telangana. S.O. 1302(E) declares a new highway to be National Highway 765DG (formerly 599), specifying its route in Telangana. The key finding is a series of modifications and additions to the national highway network in the state of Telangana, likely aimed at improving connectivity and infrastructure.
**2. Introduction:**
This report provides an overview of amendments to the National Highways Act, 1956, as detailed in notifications S.O. 1301(E) and S.O. 1302(E) published by the Ministry of Road Transport and Highways on March 23, 2021. The analysis is based solely on the information contained within the provided text of the notifications.
**3. Policy Overview:**
* **Original Policy Being Amended:** The National Highways Act, 1956. The Schedule to the Act was substituted vide notification number S.O. 689 E, dated 4th April, 2011 and subsequently amended vide notifications number S.O. 1146 E, dated 11th March, 2021.
* **Core Objective(s):** The notifications exercise powers conferred by subsection 2 of section 2 of the National Highways Act, 1956. The objective is to modify and expand the official list and descriptions of national highways.
**4. Background and Rationale:**
The amendments likely address the need to update the national highway network to reflect changes in road infrastructure and connectivity requirements in Telangana. This may be due to increased traffic volume, new construction, or strategic development priorities. The provided text indicates a focus on clarifying or correcting the routes and official designations of specific highway sections.
**5. Key Provisions / Changes:**
This section details the specific changes introduced by the amendment text:
* **S.O. 1301(E):**
* **Specific Part Changed:** The Schedule to the National Highways Act, 1956, specifically serial numbers 401-404 and entries relating thereto.
* **New Rule/Provision:** The description of National Highways 401 and 404 are being replaced with new descriptions detailing the routes of National Highways 765D and 161BB in the state of Telangana.
* NH 765D: Starting from Hyderabad junction at outer ring road connecting Narsapur, Rampur, Medak, Yellareddy, Bhanswada and terminating at its junction with at NH161BB near Rudrur in the State of Telangana.
* NH 161BB: Starting from its junction with NH161 near Madnoor and connecting Sonala, ThadiHipperga, Limboor, Sirpur, Pothangal, Kotagiri, Rudrur, Bodhan, Basar and terminating at its junction with NH61 near Bhainsa in the State of Telangana.
* **Difference/Effect:** The amendment changes the official designation and route descriptions of these highways, which may affect signage, maintenance responsibilities, and future infrastructure planning.
* **S.O. 1302(E):**
* **Specific Part Changed:** Addition to the Schedule to the National Highways Act, 1956.
* **New Rule/Provision:** The highway starting from its junction with NH765D near Medak and connecting Ramayampet, Siddipet, Husnabad and terminating at its junction with NH563 near Elkathurthy in the State of Telangana is being declared as National Highway 765DG (previously 599).
* **Difference/Effect:** This declaration formally recognizes a highway section as a national highway, making it eligible for central government funding and oversight. The change in numbering from 599 to 765DG reflects a reclassification or integration within the national highway numbering system.
**6. Target Audience and Stakeholders:**
The target audience and stakeholders directly affected by these changes include:
* Residents and businesses in the Telangana region, particularly those along the routes of the affected highways (765D, 161BB, and 765DG).
* Transportation and logistics companies operating in the region.
* Road construction and maintenance contractors.
* The National Highways Authority of India (NHAI).
* State and local government agencies in Telangana.
**7. Implementation Aspects (Inferred):**
* **Responsible Agency/Bodies:** The Ministry of Road Transport and Highways is the responsible agency, as indicated by the notification. The National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) would likely be involved in the practical implementation of these changes.
* **Timelines/Procedures:** The text does not specify explicit timelines or procedures for implementation. However, the notification comes into effect immediately upon publication in the Gazette of India.
* **(Amendments):** Signage, mapping updates, and administrative adjustments will need to be implemented to reflect the changed highway designations and routes.
**8. Expected Outcomes / Impact of Changes:**
The likely intended outcomes of these changes include:
* Improved clarity and accuracy in the official designation of national highway routes in Telangana.
* Enhanced connectivity and infrastructure development in the region, particularly along the routes of NH 765D, NH 161BB, and NH 765DG.
* Facilitation of transportation and economic activity in the region.
* More efficient allocation of resources for road maintenance and improvements.
**9. Conclusion:**
Notifications S.O. 1301(E) and S.O. 1302(E) represent important amendments to the National Highways Act, 1956, specifically concerning the national highway network in Telangana. These changes, altering the designations and descriptions of specific routes, have the potential to significantly impact transportation, infrastructure, and economic development in the region. Understanding these amendments is crucial for stakeholders involved in transportation, logistics, and regional planning.
Key Entities Referenced
National Highways Act, 1956: A law regarding national highways in India.
Telangana: A state in India where the described highways are located.
Hyderabad: A city in Telangana, India, serving as a junction point for a highway.
Narsapur: A town in Telangana, India, connected by a national highway.
Rampur: A town in Telangana, India, connected by a national highway.
Medak: A town in Telangana, India, connected by a national highway.
Yellareddy: A town in Telangana, India, connected by a national highway.
Bhanswada: A town in Telangana, India, connected by a national highway.
Rudrur: A town in Telangana, India, connected by a national highway.
Madnoor: A town in Telangana, India, connected by a national highway.
Sonala: A town in Telangana, India, connected by a national highway.
ThadiHipperga: A town in Telangana, India, connected by a national highway.
Limboor: A town in Telangana, India, connected by a national highway.
Sirpur: A town in Telangana, India, connected by a national highway.
Pothangal: A town in Telangana, India, connected by a national highway.
Kotagiri: A town in Telangana, India, connected by a national highway.
Bodhan: A town in Telangana, India, connected by a national highway.
Basar: A town in Telangana, India, connected by a national highway.
Bhainsa: A town in Telangana, India, connected by a national highway.
Ramayampet: A town in Telangana, India, connected by a national highway.
Siddipet: A town in Telangana, India, connected by a national highway.
Husnabad: A town in Telangana, India, connected by a national highway.
Elkathurthy: A town in Telangana, India, connected by a national highway.
RAJESH GUPTA: Director in the Ministry of Road Transport and Highways.
Ministry of Road Transport and Highways: The Indian government ministry responsible for road transport and highways.
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EXTRAORDINARY
भाग II—खण्ड 3—उप-खण्ड (ii)
PART II—Section 3—Sub-section (ii)
प्राजधकार स ेप्रकाजित
PUBLISHED BY AUTHORITY
स.ं 1204] नई दिल्ली, मगं लवार, माच ग23, 2021/चत्रै 2, 1943
No. 1204] NEW DELHI, TUESDAY, MARCH 23, 2021/CHAITRA 2, 1943
सड़क पररवहन और रािमाग गमत्रं ालय
अजधसचू ना
नई दिल्ली, 23 माचग, 2021
का.आ. 1301(अ).— केन्द्रीय सरकार, राष्ट्रीय रािमागग अजधजनयम, 1956 (1956 का 48) की धारा 2 की उप-
धारा (2) द्वारा प्रित् त िजत यों का प्रयोग करते हुए, भारत सरकार के सड़क पररवहन और रािमागग मंत्रालय की भारत के
रािपत्र, असाधारण, भाग II, खंड 3, उप-खंड (ii) म ें प्रकाजित अजधसूचना स.ं का.आ. 689 (अ), दिनांदकत 4 अप्रैल, 2011
म ें एतद्द्वारा और जनम्न जलजखत संिोधन करती ह,ै नामत:-
उत अजधसूचना की अनुसूची म,ें क्रम स.ं 401 और 404 तथा उससे संबंजधत प्रजवजि यों के स्ट् थान पर
जनम्न जलजखत प्रजतस्ट् थाजपत दकया िाएगा, नामत:-
ताजलका
क्र. स.ं नई रार ीय
रािमागग रार ीय रािमागका का जववरण
संख् या
(1) (2) (3)
तेलगं ाना राज्य म ें हिै राबाि (आउिर ररंग रोड के िंि न पर) स े प्रारंभ होकर नरसापुर,
401 765डी रामपुर,मडे क, यल्े ल ारेडी, बासं वाड़ा को िोड़न े वाला और रूिरूर के जनकि रारा – 161बीबी
के साथ अपने िंि न पर समाप् त होने वाला रािमागग।
1760 GI/2021 (1)2 THE GAZETTE OF INDIA : EXTRAORDINARY [PART II—SEC. 3(ii)]
तेलगं ाना राज्य म ें मडनूर के जनकिरारा-161 के साथ अपने िं ि न स े प्रारंभ होकर सोनाला,
404 161बीबी थड़ी जहप् पेरगा, ललंबूर, जसरपुर, पोथांगल, कोिाजगरी, रुिरूर,बोधन, बसर को िोड़न े वाला
और भैंसा के जनकि रारा – 61 के साथ अपने िंि न पर समाप् त होने वाला रािमागग।
पाि रिप्प ण: राष्ट्रीय रािमाग ग अजधजनयम, 1956 (1956 का 48) और इसकी अनुसूची, भारत के रािपत्र म ें दिनांक
4 अप्रलै , 2011 को अजधसूचना संख् या का.आ. 689 (अ),दिनांदकत 4 अप्रलै , 2011 द्वारा प्रजतस्ट् थाजपत की गई
थी और उसके पश् चात अजधसूचना संख् या का. आ. 1146(अ), दिनांदकत 11 माच,ग 2021 द्वारा संिोजधत दकया
गया था।
[फा.स.ं एनएच-14012/8/2021-पी एंड एम]
रािेि गुप् ता, जनिेिक
MINISTRY OF ROAD TRANSPORT AND HIGHWAYS
NOTIFICATION
New Delhi, the 23rd March, 2021
S.O. 1301(E).— In exercise of the powers conferred by sub-section (2) of section 2 of the National
Highways Act, 1956 (48 of 1956), the Central Government hereby makes the following further amendment
in the notification of the Government of India, in the Ministry of Road Transport and Highways published
in Gazette of India, Extraordinary, Part II, Section 3, Sub Section (ii) vide number S.O. 689(E) dated the
4th April, 2011, namely:-
In the Schedule, for serial number 401 & 404 and entries relating thereto, the following shall be
substituted namely:-
TABLE
New
Serial National
Description of National Highways
No. Highway
No.
(1) (2) (3)
The highway starting from Hyderabad (junction at outer ring road) connecting
401 765D Narsapur, Rampur, Medak, Yellareddy, Bhanswada and terminating at its
junction with at NH-161BB near Rudrur in the State of Telangana.
The highway starting from its junction with NH-161 near Madnoor and connecting
Sonala, ThadiHipperga, Limboor, Sirpur, Pothangal, Kotagiri, Rudrur, Bodhan,
404 161BB
Basar and terminating at its junction with NH-61 near Bhainsa in the State of
Telangana.
Footnote: The Schedule to the National Highways Act, 1956 (48 of 1956) was substituted vide
notification number S.O. 689 (E), dated 4th April, 2011 published in the Gazette of India, dated
the 4th April, 2011 and subsequently amended vide notifications number S.O. 1146 (E), dated
11th March, 2021.
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RAJESH GUPTA, Director[भाग II—खण् ड 3(ii)] भारत का रािपत्र : असाधारण 3
अजधसचू ना
नई दिल्ली, 23 माचग, 2021
का.आ. 1302(अ).— केन्द्रीय सरकार, राष्ट्रीय रािमागग अजधजनयम, 1956 (1956 का 48) की धारा 2 की उप-
धारा (2) द्वारा प्रित् त िजत यों का प्रयोग करते हुए, जनम्न जलजखत ताजलका के स्ट् तम् भ (2) और (3) म ें जवजनर्िग ि प्रत् यके
रािमागग को रार ीय रािमागग घोजित करती ह।ै
उत रािमागका , जिन्द्ह ें अब इस अजधसूचना द्वारा रार ीय रािमागग घोजित दकया िाना ह,ै को ताजलका के स्ट् तम् भ
(1), (2) और (3) म ें यथा-जनर्िग ि क्रमि: नई क्रम संख् याओं, नई रार ीय रािमागग सख्ं याओं तथा रार ीय रािमागका के
जववरण के साथ उत अजधजनयम की अनुसूची म ेंजवजनर्िग ि समझा िाएगा।
ताजलका
नई रार ीय
क्र.स ं . रािमागग रार ीय रािमागका का जववरण
संख् या
(1) (2) (3)
तेलगं ाना राज्य म ें मडे क के जनकि रारा – 765डी के साथ अपन े िंि न स े प्रारंभ होकर
599 765डीिी रामयमपेि, जसद्दीपेि, हुस्ट्न ाबाि को िोड़ने वाला और एलकाथुती के जनकि रारा – 563 के
साथ अपने िंि न पर समाप् त होने वाला रािमागग।
पाि रिप्प ण: राष्ट्रीय रािमाग ग अजधजनयम, 1956 (1956 का 48) और इसकी अनुसूची, भारत के रािपत्र म ें दिनाकं
4 अप्रैल, 2011 को अजधसूचना संख् या का.आ. 689 (अ),दिनांदकत 4 अप्रैल, 2011 द्वारा प्रजतस्ट् थाजपत की
गई थी और उसके पश् चात अजधसूचना संख् या का. आ. 1146(अ), दिनांदकत 11 माच,ग 2021 द्वारा संिोजधत
दकया गया था।
[फा.स.ं एनएच-14012/8/2021-पी एंड एम]
रािेि गुप् ता, जनिेिक
NOTIFICATION
New Delhi, the 23rd March, 2021
S.O. 1302(E).— In exercise of the powers conferred by sub-section (2) of section 2 of the National
Highways Act, 1956 (48 of 1956), the Central Government hereby declares each of the highways specified
in columns (2) and (3) of the Table below to be a national highway.
The said highways, now declared to be national highways, shall be deemed to be specified in the
Schedule to the said Act with the new serial numbers, the new national highways numbers and the
description of the national highways thereof, as indicated in columns (1), (2) and (3) respectively, of the
said Table.
TABLE
New
Serial
National Highway Description of National Highways
No.
No.
(1) (2) (3)
The highway starting from its junction with NH-765D near Medak and
599 765DG connecting Ramayampet, Siddipet, Husnabad and terminating at its junction
with NH-563 near Elkathurthy in the State of Telangana.4 THE GAZETTE OF INDIA : EXTRAORDINARY [PART II—SEC. 3(ii)]
Footnote: The Schedule to the National Highways Act, 1956 (48 of 1956) was substituted vide notification
number S.O.689 (E), dated 4th April, 2011 published in the Gazette of India, dated the
4th April, 2011 and subsequently amended vide notifications number S.O. 1146 (E), dated
11th March, 2021.
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RAJESH GUPTA, Director
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