Publication of corrigendum to Gazette Notification of LC No. 38 as per clause 20A of Railway Act 1989.

## Policy Analysis Report: Railway Land Acquisition Amendment **1. Executive Summary:** This report analyzes a notification issued by the Ministry of Railways, South Western Railway Construction Organisation, concerning an amendment to a prior notification (S.O. No. 1987E dated 02.05.2025) related to land acquisition for a Special Railway Project. The amendment, detailed in S.O. 2698E, pertains to the acquisition of land for the Construction of Railway Over Bridge (ROB) in lieu of LC No. 38 at Kyatsandra Tumkur. Key findings indicate specific changes to the land schedule required for the project, affecting landowners and government entities in the Tumakuru district, Karnataka. Affected parties have the right to object to the acquisition. **2. Introduction:** This report aims to provide a comprehensive analysis of a notification issued by the Ministry of Railways regarding an amendment to a land acquisition notification. The analysis is based solely on the information provided within the notification text, focusing on the changes introduced and their potential implications. **3. Policy Overview:** * This notification is a **Corrigendum**, indicating an amendment to the original notification issued vide S.O. No. 1987E dated 02.05.2025. * **Core Objective (Inferred):** The core objective, discernible from the text, is to facilitate the acquisition of land necessary for the "Construction of ROB in lieu of LC No. 38 at Kyatsandra Tumkur Ch: 65300400 Baddihalli road, near fire station, Kyatsandra Village in the State of Karnataka." The underlying aim is likely to improve railway infrastructure and enhance public safety by replacing a level crossing with an overbridge. **4. Background and Rationale:** Since this is an amendment (Corrigendum), the rationale focuses on *why* a change to the original land acquisition notification was necessary. The specific reason for the amendment is not explicitly stated. However, it can be inferred that there were errors or omissions in the original notification (S.O. No. 1987E dated 02.05.2025) concerning the land schedule required for the project that needed correction to proceed with the land acquisition process. This could be due to inaccuracies in the extent of land, classification of land, or details of the land owners. **5. Key Provisions / Changes:** This section focuses on the *specific changes* introduced by the amendment (S.O. 2698E). * **What is being changed:** The land schedule is being revised. The table included in the text, showing District, Taluk, Hobli, Village, Sy. No. Extent in Acres, Gunta, Classification of land, and the land owners (Director General, Karnataka State Fire and Emergency Services Department, Govt. Land, K. S. Shanthaiah, and Gangambika Wo Late Umesh Joint). * **What the new rule/provision *is***: The specific changes are listed in the "SCHEDULE" of the notification. It details a revised list of plots by survey number, their extent in acres and guntas, land classification, and ownership. Specifically, the details are updated as following: * Beneficiary 1: Sl. Sy. No. 1042 Extent in Acres 007 Gunta 007, land owner is Director General, Karnataka State Fire and Emergency Services Department. The land classification is Dry AG. * Beneficiary 2: Sl. Sy. No. 105 Extent in Acres 006 Gunta 006, Land owner is Govt. Land. The land classification is Govt. Land AG. * Beneficiary 3: Sl. Sy. No. 1072 Extent in Acres 013 Gunta 000, land owner is K. S. Shanthaiah. The land classification is Dry AG and Kharab Kharab. The balances are 34 and 14 respectively. * Beneficiary 4: Sl. Sy. No. 1073 Extent in Acres 002 Gunta 002, land owner is K. S. Shanthaiah, Gangambika Wo Late Umesh Joint. The land classification is Dry AG. The balances are 34 and 14 respectively. * The total extent is 028 Acres and 006 Gunta. * **Explain the *difference* or the *effect* of this specific change:** Without the original schedule, we can only infer that the new schedule corrects errors in the original notification. The effect is to ensure the correct land is identified and acquired for the ROB project. This ensures legal compliance and potentially affects compensation to landowners. **6. Target Audience and Stakeholders:** Based on the text, the primary target audience and stakeholders are: * **Landowners:** Specifically, K. S. Shanthaiah, Gangambika Wo Late Umesh Joint, Director General, Karnataka State Fire and Emergency Services Department, and potentially other owners of land within the specified survey numbers in Devarayapattana and Kyathsandra Village. * **Residents of Kyatsandra and Tumkur:** Who will benefit from the improved infrastructure (ROB). * **The Railway Authorities:** Responsible for the construction of the ROB. * **The Competent Authority:** Namely, Special Land Acquisition Officer, Tumkur Raydurga Railway Project, Tumkur and Regional Commissioner, Bengaluru as Arbitrator. * **Legal Practitioners:** Representing interested parties in objection proceedings. **7. Implementation Aspects (Inferred):** * **Responsible Agency/Bodies:** * Ministry of Railways, South Western Railway Construction Organisation. * Special Land Acquisition Officer, Tumkur Raydurga Railway Project, Tumkur (Competent Authority). * Regional Commissioner, Bengaluru (Arbitrator). * **Timelines/Procedures:** * Interested parties have 30 days from the date of publication of the notification (June 16, 2025) to raise objections to the land acquisition. * Objections must be submitted in writing to the Competent Authority. * The Competent Authority must provide an opportunity for objectors to be heard. **8. Expected Outcomes / Impact of Changes:** The intended outcome of this amendment is to correct errors or omissions in the original land acquisition notification to ensure the smooth and legal acquisition of the necessary land for the ROB construction. The impact of these changes is primarily on the affected landowners, potentially influencing the compensation they receive and their ability to raise objections based on accurate land details. Ultimately, this facilitates the construction of the ROB, improving transportation infrastructure and public safety. **9. Conclusion:** The amendment notification (S.O. 2698E) revises the land schedule for the acquisition of land required for the Construction of ROB in lieu of LC No. 38 at Kyatsandra Tumkur. This amendment is significant as it corrects inaccuracies in the original notification, ensuring a legally sound land acquisition process. Affected landowners are encouraged to review the revised schedule and exercise their right to object within the stipulated timeframe if necessary. The successful implementation of this amendment is crucial for the timely completion of the ROB project and the associated benefits to the community.

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