Publication of corrigendum notification in the Extra Ordinary Gazette of India under Section 3(1) of the PMP Act 1962 (50 of 1962) relating to land schedule in respect of Kandla Gorakhpur LPG Pipeline to be laid by IHB limited for acquisition of ROU Tehsil Sehore, Distt Sehore in the state of Madhya Pradesh

## Report on Notification Regarding Petroleum Pipeline Project **1. Executive Summary:** This report analyzes a notification issued by the Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas, Government of India, regarding the acquisition of the right of user in land for laying a petroleum product pipeline from Kandla to Gorakhpur. The notification declares the government's intention to acquire the right of user in land described in the schedule annexed to the notification for the aforementioned pipeline project. The key finding is that this action is being taken in the public interest to facilitate the transportation of petroleum products. **2. Introduction:** The purpose of this report is to provide an overview and analysis of a government notification concerning the acquisition of land rights for a petroleum pipeline project, based solely on the information provided within the document. This report aims to inform stakeholders about the project and the associated land acquisition process. **3. Policy Overview:** * This notification is made in exercise of the powers conferred by subsection 1 of section 3 of the Petroleum and Minerals Pipelines (Acquisition of Right of User in Land) Act, 1962 (50 of 1962). * **Core Objective:** To acquire the right of user in land necessary for laying a petroleum product pipeline from Kandla to Gorakhpur. The text indicates this is deemed necessary "in the public interest." **4. Background and Rationale:** * **New Policy**: The underlying issue addressed by this notification is the need for infrastructure development to facilitate the transportation of petroleum products. The text explicitly states that the pipeline is required for the transportation of Petroleum Product from Kandla to Gorakhpur. The stated rationale is that establishing this pipeline is in the "public interest." **5. Key Provisions / Changes:** * **New Policy**: * The notification declares the Central Government's intention to acquire the right of user in land for the purpose of laying a petroleum product pipeline. * The pipeline route is specified as being from Kandla to Gorakhpur, passing through the state of Madhya Pradesh. * A schedule is included that lists specific districts, tehsils, villages, and survey numbers where the land acquisition will take place. The land area (in Square Hectare Are Meter) for each survey number is also provided. * The notification provides a window of 21 days from the date the Gazette of India is made available to the public for any person interested in the land to object in writing to the acquisition. * Objections must be submitted to the competent Authority, IHB Limited, Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh. **6. Target Audience and Stakeholders:** The target audience and stakeholders directly affected by this notification include: * Landowners and individuals with interests in the land specified in the schedule. * Residents of the villages and districts listed in the schedule. * IHB Limited, the company responsible for laying the pipeline. * The Central Government, specifically the Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas. * The competent authority, IHB Limited, Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh, responsible for receiving objections. **7. Implementation Aspects (Inferred):** * **Responsible Agency/Bodies:** * Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas (issuing the notification) * IHB Limited (laying the pipeline and acting as the competent authority) * Central Government (overseeing the acquisition process) * **Timelines/Procedures:** * 21-day period for landowners to object to the acquisition, starting from the date the Gazette of India is made available to the public. * The notification implies a procedure for submitting objections in writing to IHB Limited in Bhopal. **8. Expected Outcomes / Impact of Changes:** * **New Policy**: * The successful acquisition of the right of user in land for the pipeline project. * The construction and operation of the Kandla to Gorakhpur petroleum product pipeline. * Improved transportation infrastructure for petroleum products. * Potential economic benefits associated with the pipeline project, which is deemed to be in public interest. **9. Conclusion:** The notification represents a significant step towards the development of petroleum transportation infrastructure in India. The government's intention to acquire land rights for the Kandla to Gorakhpur pipeline project underscores the importance of efficient petroleum product distribution. Stakeholders, particularly landowners, should be aware of their rights and the procedures for raising objections within the stipulated timeframe. The successful implementation of this project has the potential to contribute to economic growth and energy security.

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