Publication of E gazette Notification for declaring Special Railway Project being executed by Construction Organization Central Railway

## Report on Central Railway Notification S.O. 806(E) **1. Executive Summary:** This report analyzes Central Railway Notification S.O. 806(E), published on February 22, 2022. The notification designates the Dhule-Borvihir-Nardana New line project as a Special Railway Project, enabling land acquisition in Dhule District, Maharashtra, for the purpose of providing national infrastructure for a public purpose. The key finding is that this notification triggers the land acquisition process under the Railways Act of 1989 to facilitate the construction of the new railway line. **2. Introduction:** This report provides an overview and analysis of Central Railway Notification S.O. 806(E), dated February 22, 2022. The analysis is based solely on the information provided in the notification text. **3. Policy Overview:** This is a *New Policy* notification under the existing Railways Act. * **Core Objective(s):** Based on the text, the core objective is to designate the Dhule-Borvihir-Nardana New line project as a "Special Railway Project" to facilitate the acquisition of land for its construction. This supports the broader objective of "providing national infrastructure for a public purpose." **4. Background and Rationale:** As this is a new policy notification for a specific project, the likely problem the policy addresses is the need to quickly and efficiently acquire land to construct the Dhule-Borvihir-Nardana New railway line. The designation as a "Special Railway Project" likely grants the project certain advantages or streamlined procedures related to land acquisition under the Railways Act, which is necessary for ensuring the project's timely completion. **5. Key Provisions / Changes:** Since this is a *New Policy*, this section details the provisions of the notification. * The notification designates the "Dhule BorvihirNardana New line project" as a "Special Railway Project." * This designation is specifically for the purpose of land acquisition in Dhule District in the State of Maharashtra. * The land acquisition is authorized under clause 37A of Section 2 of The Railways Act, 1989 (24 of 1989). * The stated public purpose is "providing national infrastructure." * The notification takes effect from the date of its publication in the Official Gazette (February 22, 2022). **6. Target Audience and Stakeholders:** Based on the text, the following are directly affected: * Landowners in Dhule District, Maharashtra, whose land may be subject to acquisition for the project. * Residents of Dhule district and surrounding areas, that will be affected by the construction. * The Ministry of Railways and Central Railway, responsible for implementing the project. * Construction companies and contractors involved in the railway line project. **7. Implementation Aspects (Inferred):** * **Responsible agency/bodies:** The Central Railway (specifically, the Chief Administrative Officer Construction) is responsible for implementing the notification. The Ministry of Railways also has overall oversight. * **Timelines or procedures:** The notification takes effect immediately upon publication, suggesting an immediate start to the land acquisition process. Specific timelines and procedures for land acquisition would be governed by The Railways Act, 1989, and any related regulations. The notification itself does not specify these timelines or procedures. The Dte. of Printing at Government of India Press is responsible for publishing the notification. *The notification refers to the railways act of 1989 24 of 1989, so this act would be a guiding principle. **8. Expected Outcomes / Impact of Changes:** The intended outcome is to facilitate the timely acquisition of land necessary for the construction of the Dhule-Borvihir-Nardana New railway line. This will enable the development of national infrastructure and provide public benefit. The "Special Railway Project" designation likely streamlines the land acquisition process, potentially reducing delays and associated costs. It is also expected to improve railway transport to and from this location. **9. Conclusion:** Central Railway Notification S.O. 806(E) is a key step in enabling the construction of the Dhule-Borvihir-Nardana New railway line. By designating the project as a "Special Railway Project," the notification triggers the land acquisition process under The Railways Act, 1989. This is a significant step towards improving national infrastructure and providing public benefit. The impact of the notification will primarily be felt by landowners in Dhule District and the entities involved in the planning and construction of the railway line.

Key Entities Referenced