Publication of Gazette Notification to declaration of competent authority for land acquisition (CALA) in the district Patna (Bihar) for Bakhtiyarpur Fatuha 3rd and 4th line (24.16km) of East Central Railway.

**Executive Summary** This notification, issued by the Ministry of Railways (East Central Railway), authorizes the District Land Acquisition Officer, Patna, as the competent authority for the "Bakhtiyarpur - Fatuha 3rd and 4th line" project. Designated as a "Special Railway Project" in Bihar, it covers a distance of 24.16 km. The authorization is effective from the date of publication, April 7, 2026. **Key Points / Main Content** **Legal Authorization** * The notification is issued in exercise of powers conferred under clause 7A of Section 2 of the Railway (Amendment) Act 2008. * The District Land Acquisition Officer, Patna, is officially authorized to perform the functions of a competent authority under the said Act. **Project Details** * The project involves the construction of the 3rd and 4th lines between Bakhtiyarpur and Fatuha, totaling 24.16 km. * The project is formally classified as a "Special Railway Project" within the state of Bihar. **Administrative Details** * The District Land Acquisition Officer was nominated for this role by the Additional Chief Secretary, Revenue and Land Reforms Department, State Government of Bihar. * The notification was signed by the Chief Administrative Officer/Construction/South. **Impact Analysis** **District Land Acquisition Officer, Patna** **Impact** The officer is now the legally recognized competent authority for the specific railway project. **Action Required** Must perform the duties and functions of the competent authority as defined under the Railway (Amendment) Act 2008 for the 24.16 km project area. **Ministry of Railways (East Central Railway)** **Impact** The ministry gains a designated official to facilitate the legal and administrative requirements of the Bakhtiyarpur - Fatuha expansion. **Action Required** Coordinate with the authorized District Land Acquisition Officer to progress the "Special Railway Project." **Revenue and Land Reforms Department, State Government of Bihar** **Impact** The department’s nomination of the District Land Acquisition Officer is now formalized and legally effective. **Action Required** Provide necessary administrative support and oversight to the nominated officer to ensure project compliance.

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