Publication of Gazette Notification to declaration of Competent Authority for - 12th August 2026 - Ministry of Railways - Gazette Notification PDF
Issued by Ministry of Railways · Construction Department
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Executive Summary & Key Takeaways
Executive Summary This notification, issued by the Ministry of Railways (East Central Railway) on August 4, 2026, and published on August 11, 2026, authorizes specific District Land Acquisition Officers as Competent Authorities for Land Acquisition (CALA). The authorization pertains to the "Paraiya – Chatra" Special Railway Project, including a Y connection at Kastha, located within the states of Bihar and Jharkhand. These appointments are effective immediately upon the publication of the notification in the Gazette of India.
Key Points / Main Content
Legal Framework and Authorization
- The notification is issued under the powers conferred by clause 7A of section 2 of the Railways (Amendment) Act, 2008.
- The designated officers are authorized to perform the functions of a Competent Authority for land acquisition under the provisions of the said Act.
Project Specifications
- The authorization applies to the Special Railway Project: "Paraiya (Km 0.00) and Chatra (Km 75.100)."
- The project scope includes a "Y connection at Kastha (4.950 Km)."
Designated Competent Authorities
- Gaya District (Bihar): The District Land Acquisition Officer, Gaya, is appointed as the Competent Authority.
- Chatra District (Jharkhand): The District Land Acquisition Officer, Chatra, is appointed as the Competent Authority.
Impact Analysis
District Land Acquisition Officers (Gaya and Chatra) Impact These officials are now legally empowered and duty-bound to serve as the Competent Authority for Land Acquisition (CALA) for the specified railway project within their respective jurisdictions. Action Required The officers must undertake and manage all land acquisition functions and statutory duties required under the Railways (Amendment) Act, 2008, for the Paraiya-Chatra project.
Ministry of Railways (East Central Railway) Impact The Ministry establishes the necessary legal and administrative framework to proceed with the acquisition of land required for the development of the Special Railway Project. Action Required Coordinate with the newly authorized CALAs in Gaya and Chatra to facilitate the land procurement process.
Landowners in Gaya (Bihar) and Chatra (Jharkhand) Impact Property owners within the project's designated area are informed that land acquisition proceedings will be conducted through the specific District Land Acquisition Officers named in the notification. Action Required Direct all inquiries, claims, or legal representations regarding land acquisition for the Paraiya-Chatra project to the respective District Land Acquisition Officer.