**Executive Summary**
The Gujarat Government Gazette notification, dated January 5, 2026, declares the acquisition of land in Kundal village, Barwala Taluka, Botad District, for the purpose of constructing four lanning for Barwala-Salangpur-Botad Road (SH-118) from Km. 0/00 to 22/500 under "Pravasi Path". The total land area required is 0-07-13 Sq.mt. The notification outlines the details of the land acquisition process and mentions a 60-day window for objections.
**Key Points / Main Content**
* **Land Acquisition Declaration:**
* Government declares land acquisition for road construction under The Right to Fair Compensation and Transparency in Land Acquisition, Rehabilitation and Resettlement Act, 2013.
* Project name: Construction of four lanning for Barwala-Salangpur-Botad Road (SH-118) from Km. 0/00 to 22/500 under "Pravasi Path".
* Total area required: 0-07-13 Sq.mt.
* Location: Kundal village, Barwala Taluka, Botad District.
* **Exemptions and Studies:**
* Social Impact Assessment Studies Report is not required, as per the notification No.AM-M-2025-507-LBT-142025-907-CH, Date: 22/07/2025
* **Administrator Appointment:**
* Land Acquisition Officer & Dy. Collector, Barwala, are appointed as the Administrator under section 43 of the Act.
* **General Notifications:**
* Persons interested in the land are notified not to obstruct surveys.
* Transactions (sale, lease, etc.) after the notification without Collector's permission will not be considered for compensation.
* The Government may publish a final declaration under section 19 of the Act if satisfied.
* The Land Acquisition Office & Dy. Collector, Barwala, are appointed to perform the functions of a Collector.
* **Objections:**
* Interested persons may file objections within 60 days from the publication date.
* **Schedule of Lands:**
* Lists specific Survey/Block Numbers and corresponding land areas (H.Are.Sq.Mt.) to be acquired
**Impact Analysis**
**Landowners/Interested Parties:**
* **Impact:** Loss of land as per the schedule, potentially affecting livelihood or property ownership.
* **Action Required:** Ensure no obstruction to the surveyors, file objections to the land acquisition within 60 days if any.
**Land Acquisition Officer & Dy. Collector, Barwala:**
* **Impact:** Responsible for performing the functions of a collector and administer the land acquisition, rehabilitation and resettlement for the Barwala Taluka in reference to this project.
* **Action Required:** Perform their duties under the Act, including addressing objections and determining compensation.
**Government of Gujarat:**
* **Impact:** Responsible for publishing a final declaration and providing compensation for the acquired land.
* **Action Required:** If satisfied, publish final declaration; if acquisition is dropped, notify accordingly.
Key Entities Referenced
The Right to Fair Compensation and Transparency in Land Acquisition, Rehabilitation and Resettlement Act, 2013: The central law governing land acquisition and resettlement, which is referenced and implemented in this notification.
Botad: The district where the land acquisition is taking place.
Barwala: The taluka (sub-district) where the land acquisition is taking place.
Kundal: The village where the land acquisition is taking place.
Pravasi Path: The project for which the land is being acquired; specifically construction of a four-lane road from Km. 0/00 to 22/500 of Barwala-Salangpur-Botad Road (SH-118).