Date: 2025-05-15Category: Extra OrdinaryState: Union GovernmentCountry: India
Publication of draft Gazette Notification under section 20A of Railway Act 1989 Amended in 2008 for acquisition of land for Special Railway Project namely Y Connection at Garhi Harsaru to avoid reversal at Garhi Harsaru NEW LINE 2 point 50 Km in Gurugram District State of Haryana
## Report on Land Acquisition Policy for Garhi Harsaru Railway Project
**1. Executive Summary:**
This report analyzes a government notification regarding land acquisition for the "Y Connection at Garhi Harsaru to avoid reversal at Garhi Harsuru NEW LINE 2.50 Km" railway project in Haryana. The notification, issued under the Railways Act of 1989 (as amended in 2008), declares the government's intention to acquire specified land parcels for this public purpose. Key findings include the identification of affected landowners, the process for filing objections, and the authority responsible for adjudicating these objections. The report highlights the importance of this notification for individuals and entities with interests in the designated land.
**2. Introduction:**
The purpose of this report is to provide an informative overview and analysis of a government notification pertaining to land acquisition for a specific railway project, based solely on the information contained within the provided policy text. The report aims to clarify the policy's objectives, key provisions, affected parties, and potential implications for the affected industry.
**3. Policy Overview:**
* **Core Objective(s):** The core objective, as explicitly stated in the provided text, is to acquire land for the execution, maintenance, management, and operation of the special railway project, "Y Connection at Garhi Harsaru to avoid reversal at Garhi Harsuru NEW LINE 2.50 Km". This acquisition is explicitly stated to be for a public purpose.
**4. Background and Rationale:**
The policy addresses the need to acquire land for the construction of a new railway line designed to bypass a reversal point at Garhi Harsaru. This suggests that the existing railway infrastructure may be inefficient or inadequate, and the new line aims to improve railway operations and connectivity in the region. The purpose is clearly stated as a public purpose (execution, maintenance, management, and operation of the railway project).
**5. Key Provisions / Changes:**
This policy outlines the land acquisition process for the specified railway project. Key provisions include:
* **Declaration of Intent:** The government declares its intention to acquire specified land parcels for the railway project.
* **Affected Land Identification:** The notification includes a schedule identifying the specific land parcels to be acquired, including survey numbers, location (village, tehsil, district), type of land (private or government), and area (in Hectares, Kanal, Marla).
* **Objection Process:** Any person with an interest in the land has 30 days from the notification's publication date (May 15, 2025) to file objections to the acquisition.
* **Objection Requirements:** Objections must be submitted in writing to the Competent Authority (Sub Divisional Officer Civil Gurugram), stating the grounds for the objection and the objector's interest in the land.
* **Hearing Process:** The Competent Authority will provide objectors with an opportunity to be heard, either in person or through a legal practitioner.
* **Decision Authority:** The Competent Authority will review objections, conduct further inquiry if necessary, and issue an order allowing or disallowing the objections.
* **Final Order:** Any order made by the Competent Authority under subsection 2 of Section 20D of the Railways Act, 1989 shall be final.
* **Land Plan Availability:** Land plans and other details are available for inspection at the office of the Competent Authority.
**6. Target Audience and Stakeholders:**
The primary target audience and stakeholders are:
* Landowners in Wazirpur village of Harsaru Tehsil in Gurugram district, Haryana, whose land is listed in the schedule for acquisition.
* Individuals or entities with any right, title, or interest in the land identified for acquisition.
* The Railways, responsible for the execution, maintenance, management, and operation of the railway project.
* The Sub Divisional Officer Civil Gurugram, as the Competent Authority.
**7. Implementation Aspects (Inferred):**
* **Responsible Agency/Bodies:** The key responsible bodies are the Ministry of Railways (Northern Railways Construction Organization) and the Sub Divisional Officer Civil Gurugram (Competent Authority).
* **Timelines:** A 30-day period is provided for filing objections from the date of publication of the notification (May 15, 2025).
* **Procedures:** The procedure involves landowners submitting written objections to the Competent Authority, who then conducts hearings and issues a final order.
**8. Expected Outcomes / Impact of Changes:**
The intended outcome of this land acquisition is to facilitate the construction of the "Y Connection at Garhi Harsaru to avoid reversal at Garhi Harsuru NEW LINE 2.50 Km" railway project. The expected impact includes:
* Improved railway connectivity and efficiency in the Garhi Harsaru region.
* Potential displacement of landowners and disruption of existing land use.
* Compensation to landowners for the acquired land.
* Increased economic activity and development associated with the new railway line.
**9. Conclusion:**
The government notification outlines the land acquisition process for a crucial railway project aimed at improving railway operations in the Garhi Harsaru area. The notification provides a framework for landowners to understand their rights, file objections, and seek fair compensation. The successful implementation of this policy is crucial for the timely completion of the railway project and the realization of its intended benefits. The notification is significant as it sets the legal process in motion for the acquisition of land required for this public infrastructure project, impacting numerous stakeholders and shaping the future of rail transport in the region.
Key Entities Referenced
NEW DELHI: Location where the notification was issued.
MAY 15, 2025: Date of the notification.
VAISAKHA 25, 1947: Date of the notification according to the Indian national calendar.
jsyo s vfkfu;e 1989: Hindi translation of the Railways Act, 1989.
jsyo s la'kksku vfkfu;e 2008: Hindi translation of the Railways Amendment Act, 2008.
gfj;k.kk jkT;: Haryana State, where the land acquisition is taking place.
xqxzke fty: Gurugram District, located in Haryana state, where the land acquisition is taking place.
gjls : rglhy: Harsaru Tehsil, located in Gurugram District, where the land acquisition is taking place.
othjijq xkoa: Wazirpur Village, located in Harsaru Tehsil, where the land acquisition is taking place.
Railways Act, 1989: Act under which the land acquisition is being carried out.
Railways Amendment Act, 2008: Amendment to the Railways Act, 1989.
Garhi Harsaru: Location of the special railway project.
Y Connection at Garhi Harsaru: The name of the railway project requiring land acquisition.
Gurugram: Name of District.
Harsaru: Name of Tehsil.
wazirpur: Name of Village.
MINISTRY OF RAILWAYS: The ministry responsible for the notification.
Northern Railways Construction Organization: The specific organization within the Ministry of Railways.
28th April, 2025: Date of notification.
S.O. 2171E: Notification number.
Section 20A 1: Section of the Railways Act, 1989, that confers power.
Section 20D: Section of the Railways Act, 1989, related to objections.
Sub Divisional officer Civil Gurugram: The Competent Authority to whom objections can be made.
F. No. 168WLandGarhi Harsaru: File number related to the land acquisition.
SHYAM SINGH: Name of the Chief Admn. OfficerConstructionII.
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[Qk.l.a 168-W/Land/Garhi Harsaru]
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MINISTRY OF RAILWAYS
[Northern Railways]
(Construction Organization)
NOTIFICATION
New Delhi, 28th April, 2025
S.O. 2171(E).— The Central Government, in exercise of the powers conferred by Section 20A (1) of the
Railways Act, 1989 (24 of 1989), as amended by the Railways (Amendment) Act, 2008, hereby declares its intention to
acquire the land specified in the Schedule annexed hereto for the public purpose, namely for the execution, maintenance,
management, and operation of the special railway project, Y Connection at Garhi Harsaru to avoid reversal at Garhi
Harsuru (NEW LINE) (2.50 Km)".in village wazirpur of Tehsil Harsaru in district Gurugram of Haryana state
required for the special railway project, ".
Any person interested in the said land may, within 30 days from the date of publication of this notification,
object to the acquisition of the land for the purposes mentioned above, as provided under sub-section (1) of Section 20D
of the Railways Act, 1989.
Every objection shall be made to the Competent Authority, namely the Sub Divisional officer (Civil)
Gurugram, in writing, and shall state the grounds of objection and the interest of the objector in the land. The competent
authority shall give the objector an opportunity of being heard, either in person or by a legal practitioner, and may, after
hearing all such objections and after making such further inquiry, if any, as it thinks necessary, by order, either allow or
disallow the objections.
Any order made by the competent authority under sub-section (2) of Section 20D of the Railways Act, 1989
shall be final.4 THE GAZETTE OF INDIA : EXTRAORDINARY [PART II—SEC. 3(ii)]
The land plans and other details of the land covered under this notification are available in the office of the
competent authority for inspection by the interested persons.
SCHEDULE
A brief description of the land to be acquired with or without structures for the special Railway Project namely “Y
Connection at Garhi Harsaru to avoid reversal at Garhi Harsuru (NEW LINE) (2.50 Km)". in village wazirpur
of Tehsil Harsaru in district Gurugram of Haryana state
1 Name of District Gurugram
2 Name of Tehsil Harsaru
3 Name of Village wazirpur
AREA
Sr. Survey No /Rect. Nature of
Type of Land Hectares KANAL MARLA
No. No./Field No. Land
(1) (2) (3) (4) (5) (6) (7)
1 16//8/2 Chahi Private 0.0278 0 11
2 16//13/1 Chahi Private 0.1265 2 10
3 19//3 Chahi Private 0.1366 2 14
4 19//8 Chahi Private 0.0379 0 15
5 16//2 Chahi Private 0.2074 4 2
6 16//9/2 Chahi Private 0.0405 0 16
7 16//12 Chahi Private 0.1265 2 10
8 16//19 Chahi Private 0.0658 1 6
9 16//22 Chahi Private 0.0607 1 4
10 19//2 Chahi Private 0.1062 2 2
11 19//9 Chahi Private 0.2049 4 1
12 19//12 Chahi Private 0.2580 5 2
13 19//19 Chahi Private 0.1088 2 3
14 7//21 Chahi Government 0.1846 3 13
15 16//1 Chahi Private 0.0253 0 10
16 19//11 Chahi Private 0.0101 0 4
17 19//20 Chahi Private 0.2125 4 4
18 8//16 b. Kadeem Private 0.0405 0 16
19 8//25 Chahi Government 0.0025 0 1
20 20//25 Chahi Private 0.0835 1 13
21 16//23/1 Chahi Private 0.1821 3 12
22 16//18/3 Chahi Private 0.1821 3 12
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24 28//4 Chahi Private 0.0126 0 5
25 19//21 Chahi Private 0.0885 1 15
26 111 Chahi Government 0.0228 0 9
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SHYAM SINGH, Chief Admn. Officer/Construction-II
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