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Date: 17th August 2026 Category: Extra Ordinary Jurisdiction: India, Central Government

Publication of 7A Gazette Notification to declaration of Competent Authority for Land Acquisition (CALA) in connection with 3rd and 4th line between Danapur to Pandit Deen Dayal Upadhyay (198.05 Km) under Danapur Division of East Central Railway.

Issued by Ministry of Railways · Construction Department

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Executive Summary & Key Takeaways

Executive Summary The Ministry of Railways has issued notification S.O. 4559(E) to nominate Competent Authorities for Land Acquisition (CALA) for the "3rd & 4th line" project between Danapur and Pandit Deen Dayal Upadhyay. This 198.05 km Special Railway Project under the Danapur Division spans districts in Bihar and Uttar Pradesh. The authorization of designated officials is effective from the date of publication in the Gazette of India, August 17, 2026.

Key Points / Main Content

  • Legal Authorization

    • The nominations are made under the powers conferred by Clause 7A of Section 2 of the Railway (Amendment) Act 2008.
    • The designated officials are authorized to perform the functions of a competent authority for land acquisition within their respective jurisdictions.

  • Project Scope and Location

    • The project involves the construction of the 3rd and 4th railway lines covering a distance of 198.05 km.
    • The project area falls under the Danapur Division and extends across the states of Bihar and Uttar Pradesh.

  • Designated Competent Authorities (CALA)

    • Patna (Bihar): District Land Acquisition Officer.
    • Bhojpur (Bihar): District Land Acquisition Officer.
    • Buxar (Bihar): District Land Acquisition Officer.
    • Ghazipur (Uttar Pradesh): Chief Revenue Officer.
    • Chandauli (Uttar Pradesh): Additional District Magistrate (Finance/Revenue).

Impact Analysis

Ministry of Railways (East Central Railway) Impact The Ministry now has a formal legal framework and designated officials to proceed with land procurement for a Special Railway Project. Action Required Coordinate with the nominated district officials to initiate and oversee the land acquisition process for the 198.05 km stretch.

Designated District Officials (CALA) Impact These officials are formally empowered with the statutory authority to execute land acquisition functions specifically for this project. Action Required Discharge the duties and functions of the competent authority within their respective districts as per the Railway (Amendment) Act 2008.

Landowners and Stakeholders in the Specified Districts Impact Residents and property owners in Patna, Bhojpur, Buxar, Ghazipur, and Chandauli within the project zone are now subject to the land acquisition jurisdiction of the designated officers. Action Required Direct all queries, claims, or procedures related to land acquisition for the 3rd and 4th railway lines to the specific CALA nominated for their district.

Key Entities Referenced

Railway (Amendment) Act 2008: The primary legislation under which the Central Government exercises power to nominate authorities for land acquisition. Ministry of Railways: The central ministry overseeing the East Central Railway and the implementation of the special railway project. 3rd & 4th line between Danapur to Pandit Deen Dayal Upadhyay: The specific 198.05 km special railway project for which land acquisition is being authorized. Competent Authority for Land Acquisition (CALA): Nominated district-level officials authorized to perform land acquisition functions for the railway project. Bihar and Uttar Pradesh: The two states where the project districts (Patna, Bhojpur, Buxar, Ghazipur, and Chandauli) are located.
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