Publication of notification in respect of Construction of Terminal bay in KPTCL grid station at Neelagunda in terms of clause 7A and 20F6 of Railway Act 1989
Issued by Ministry of Railways · Construction Department
Read or download the official PDF of this gazette notification issued by the Ministry of Railways on 19th August 2026. Classified under Extra Ordinary.
Executive Summary & Key Takeaways
Executive Summary This notification, issued by the Ministry of Railways on August 19, 2026, authorizes specific officials to serve as the "Competent Authority" and "Arbitrator" for a Special Railway Project in the Vijayanagar District. These appointments, made under the Railway Act, 1989, are effective immediately from the date of publication. The designations aim to facilitate the public purpose of executing, maintaining, and managing the specified railway infrastructure.
Key Points / Main Content
Legal Authority and Scope
- The notification is issued under the powers conferred by clause (6) of section 20F and clause 7A of section 2 of the Railway Act, 1989.
- The mandate covers the execution, maintenance, management, and operation of a "Special Railway Project."
- The provisions are effective from the date of publication in the official gazette (August 19, 2026).
Project Details
- Project Name: Construction of Terminal Bay in KPTCL Grid Substation.
- Location: Neelgunda village, Harapanahalli Taluka, Vijayanagar District.
Official Designations
- Competent Authority: The Assistant Commissioner, Harapanahalli, is authorized to perform functions as the Competent Authority for this project.
- Arbitrator: The Regional Commissioner, Kalaburagi, is authorized to perform the functions of the Arbitrator for this project.
Impact Analysis
Assistant Commissioner, Harapanahalli Impact Formally designated as the "Competent Authority" for the construction of the Terminal Bay at the KPTCL Grid Substation. Action Required Must perform the legal and administrative functions of the Competent Authority as prescribed under the Railway Act, 1989, regarding project execution and management.
Regional Commissioner, Kalaburagi Impact Appointed as the "Arbitrator" for the specific Special Railway Project in the Vijayanagar District. Action Required Must act as the presiding authority for arbitration matters related to the project as defined by the Railway Act, 1989.
South Western Railway (Construction Organization) Impact The organization now has the necessary legal framework and designated officials to proceed with the project's lifecycle. Action Required Coordinate with the newly appointed authorities for the execution, maintenance, and operation of the Terminal Bay construction project.