Publication of corrigendum under Section 3a NHAI

## Report on Amendment to National Highways Act, 1956 Notification **1. Executive Summary:** This report analyzes a corrigendum (amendment) to a notification under the National Highways Act, 1956, specifically concerning errors in village names listed in the schedule related to land acquisition for National Highway projects in District Hoshiarpur, Tehsil Hoshiarpur. The amendment aims to correct spelling errors in the names of specific villages listed in the original notification (S.O. 3472(E) dated 25th August, 2021). The key finding is that this is a minor technical correction designed to ensure accuracy and legal clarity in the land acquisition process. **2. Introduction:** This report provides an overview and analysis of a corrigendum published by the Ministry of Road Transport and Highways regarding a notification under the National Highways Act, 1956. The analysis is based solely on the provided text of the corrigendum. **3. Policy Overview:** * **Amendment to:** Government of India, Ministry of Road Transport Highways Department of Road Transport and Highways notification number S.O 3472 (E) dated 25th August, 2021. * **Core Objective(s):** The core objective of the *original* notification (inferred from the amendment's purpose) is likely related to land acquisition for the development or improvement of National Highways. The amendment itself aims to rectify errors and maintain the accuracy of the village names within the schedule related to land acquisition in District Hoshiarpur, Tehsil Hoshiarpur. **4. Background and Rationale:** As this is an amendment, the background relates to the original notification S.O. 3472 (E). The likely reason for *this specific amendment* is to correct typographical errors in the village names within the schedule of the original notification. These errors, if left uncorrected, could potentially lead to confusion or legal challenges during the land acquisition process. Ensuring accurate records is crucial for transparent and legally sound implementation of highway projects. **5. Key Provisions / Changes:** This section focuses specifically on the changes introduced by the provided amendment text. * **Specific Part of Original Policy Being Changed:** The schedule attached to notification S.O. 3472 (E) dated 25th August, 2021, specifically the village names listed under District Hoshiarpur, Tehsil Hoshiarpur, appearing at sr no 25, 5, 4, 3, 8 in Gazette Notification. * **New Rule/Provision:** The amendment mandates the following corrections: * "Khakli" to be read as "Khakhli" * "Kotli Jhiri" to be read as "Kotla Jhiri" * "Kotli Gounspur" to be read as "Kotla Gounspur" * "Ajowal" to be read as "Ajjowal" * "Satlal" to be read as "Satial" * **Difference/Effect of the Change:** The corrections ensure that the village names listed in the official notification accurately reflect the actual names of the villages. This prevents ambiguity and ensures legal clarity in any proceedings related to land acquisition or project implementation. **6. Target Audience and Stakeholders:** Based on the provided text, the primary stakeholders directly affected by this amendment are: * Landowners in the specified villages (Khakhli, Kotla Jhiri, Kotla Gounspur, Ajjowal, and Satial) within District Hoshiarpur, Tehsil Hoshiarpur. * Government agencies involved in land acquisition and highway construction, including the Ministry of Road Transport and Highways, and local administrative bodies. * Legal professionals and other parties involved in any disputes related to land ownership or compensation in the affected area. **7. Implementation Aspects (Inferred):** * **Responsible Agency/Bodies:** The Ministry of Road Transport and Highways is ultimately responsible. * **Timelines or Procedures:** The text does not specify any timelines or procedures for implementing this amendment beyond its publication in the Gazette of India. The correction is effective immediately upon publication. * **(Specific to the Changes):** The amendment requires the updating of official records to reflect the corrected village names. **8. Expected Outcomes / Impact of Changes:** The likely intended outcome of these specific changes is to: * Eliminate ambiguity and potential legal challenges arising from incorrect village names in the original notification. * Ensure smooth and legally sound land acquisition processes in the affected areas. * Maintain the integrity and accuracy of official government records. **9. Conclusion:** The corrigendum represents a minor but important technical correction to a notification under the National Highways Act, 1956. By rectifying errors in the village names, the amendment contributes to the accuracy and legal defensibility of the land acquisition process for National Highway projects. While seemingly minor, such corrections are vital for ensuring fairness, transparency, and efficiency in infrastructure development projects.

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