Publication of corrigendum under Section 3a

## Policy Analysis Report: Amendment to National Highways Act, 1956 Notifications **1. Executive Summary:** This report analyzes an amendment to existing notifications (S.O. 3719E and S.O. 1612E) related to the National Highways Act, 1956. The amendment, as detailed in notification S.O. 2591E, changes the designation of an official from "Assistant Collector, Collectorate, Boudh" to "Deputy Collector, Collectorate, Boudh" within the preamble of the previously published notifications. This seemingly minor change likely has implications for administrative processes related to land acquisition or compensation related to national highway projects in the Boudh region. The key finding is that the amendment aims to correct or update the official designation responsible within the specified region. **2. Introduction:** This report provides an analysis of the amendment notification S.O. 2591E, published on June 13, 2025, concerning the National Highways Act, 1956. The analysis is based solely on the information contained within the provided policy text and aims to inform affected industry stakeholders about the nature and implications of this amendment. **3. Policy Overview:** * **Original Policy Being Amended:** This amendment modifies notifications S.O. 3719E dated September 14, 2021, and S.O. 1612E dated April 05, 2022, previously published in the Gazette of India. These original notifications likely pertain to land acquisition or related matters under the National Highways Act, 1956. * **Core Objective(s):** While the specific objectives of the *original* notifications are not detailed in the provided text, it can be inferred that they relate to the implementation of the National Highways Act, 1956, potentially concerning land acquisition, compensation, or other regulatory aspects for highway development. **4. Background and Rationale:** The amendment changes "Assistant Collector, Collectorate, Boudh" to "Deputy Collector, Collectorate, Boudh." The reason for this amendment is likely due to one of the following: * **Change in Official Designation:** The individual previously holding the title of "Assistant Collector" may have been promoted or the position itself re-designated to "Deputy Collector." * **Correction of Error:** The original notifications may have contained an error, and the amendment serves to correct the official designation. * **Reassignment of Responsibilities:** The responsibilities originally assigned to the "Assistant Collector" may have been transferred to the "Deputy Collector." In any case, the amendment is presumably necessary to ensure the accuracy and legal validity of the original notifications. **5. Key Provisions / Changes:** * **Specific Part of Original Policy Being Changed:** The amendment modifies the preamble of notifications S.O. 3719E and S.O. 1612E. * **New Rule/Provision:** The new rule replaces the phrase "Assistant Collector, Collectorate, Boudh" with "Deputy Collector, Collectorate, Boudh." * **Difference/Effect of Change:** This change ensures that the correct official designation is referenced in relation to matters concerning the National Highways Act, 1956, within the Boudh region. It likely affects official correspondence, legal proceedings, and administrative actions related to the original notifications. The substantive impact on the overall project is likely minimal, but necessary to maintain accuracy and avoid potential legal challenges. **6. Target Audience and Stakeholders:** Based on the text, the directly affected stakeholders are likely: * **Government Agencies:** The Ministry of Road Transport and Highways, specifically, and potentially other relevant government departments involved in the implementation of the National Highways Act, 1956. * **Landowners and Residents in the Boudh Region:** Those whose land may be affected by national highway projects and who would interact with the designated official. * **Contractors and Developers:** Companies involved in highway construction projects in the Boudh region, as they would need to communicate with the correct official. **7. Implementation Aspects (Inferred):** * **Responsible Agency/Bodies:** The Ministry of Road Transport and Highways is the responsible agency, as indicated by the document heading. * **Timelines/Procedures:** No specific timelines or procedures are outlined *in this amendment*. The amendment is effective immediately upon publication. However, previous procedures related to the notifications, S.O. 3719E and S.O. 1612E will continue to be valid, with the exception of the updated designation of the concerned official. **8. Expected Outcomes / Impact of Changes:** The intended outcome of this amendment is to ensure accuracy in official documentation and communication regarding the National Highways Act, 1956, in the Boudh region. The potential impact of the amendment is to: * Prevent confusion or delays in administrative processes. * Maintain the legal validity of the original notifications. * Ensure that stakeholders are communicating with the correct designated official. **9. Conclusion:** The amendment notification S.O. 2591E serves to update the designation of an official in the preamble of previously published notifications related to the National Highways Act, 1956. While seemingly a minor administrative correction, it is important for maintaining accuracy and avoiding potential complications in the implementation of highway projects in the Boudh region. This amendment highlights the importance of accurate record-keeping and timely updates in government policy.

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