Publication of notification in the Extra Ordinary Gazette of India under Section 6(1) of the PMP Act 1962 1962 relating to land schedule in respect of Hassan Cherlapalli LPG Pipeline Project to be laid by Hindustan Petroleum Corporation Limited (HPCL) for acquisition of ROU in the State of Telangana Mandal Kothur, Distt Rangareddy

## Report on Notification Regarding Right of User for LPG Pipeline in Telangana **1. Executive Summary:** This report analyzes a notification (S.O. 1386(E)) issued by the Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas on March 22, 2022, concerning the acquisition of Right of User (RoU) on land in Telangana for laying a pipeline to transport LPG from Hassan, Karnataka, to Cherlapalli, Telangana. This notification grants the RoU to Hindustan Petroleum Corporation Limited (HPCL), transferring responsibility for compensation claims to HPCL and shielding the Central Government from related legal proceedings. This report details the policy's objectives, background, key provisions, affected stakeholders, implementation aspects, and expected outcomes based solely on the provided text. **2. Introduction:** This report provides an overview and analysis of the notification S.O. 1386(E) issued by the Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas on March 22, 2022. The analysis is based solely on the text of the notification provided. The purpose of this report is to inform the affected industry of the policy details as expressed in the text. **3. Policy Overview:** * This is a new policy action regarding land rights acquisition for a specific pipeline project. * **Core Objective:** To acquire the Right of User (RoU) for land in Telangana to facilitate the laying of a pipeline for LPG transportation from Hassan, Karnataka, to Cherlapalli, Telangana. **4. Background and Rationale:** The notification indicates a need to acquire land rights for constructing an LPG pipeline. The Central Government previously declared its intention to acquire the RoU (S.O.No.3951E dated 25th Oct. 2019) and has now decided to formally acquire it after considering a report from the competent authority. This suggests the project is progressing from the planning and intention phase to the implementation phase. The pipeline's purpose is to transport LPG, indicating an effort to enhance LPG infrastructure and potentially improve supply to the Telangana region. **5. Key Provisions:** The notification establishes the following key provisions: * **Acquisition of Right of User:** The Central Government declares the acquisition of the Right of User in specific land areas in Rangareddy District, Telangana, as detailed in the Schedule. * **Transfer of Rights to HPCL:** The Right of User is vested in Hindustan Petroleum Corporation Limited (HPCL) instead of the Central Government. This transfer is free from all encumbrances. * **HPCL Responsibility for Compensation:** HPCL is exclusively liable for any compensation claims related to the acquisition under Section 10 of the Petroleum and Minerals Pipeline Acquisition of Right of User in Land Act, 1962 (PMP Act, 1962). * **Protection from Legal Proceedings:** No suit, claim, or legal proceeding related to the pipeline can be brought against the Central Government. * **Land Details:** The schedule provides the survey numbers and area (in Acres and Guntas) of the land being acquired in Kothur Mandal, Rangareddy District, Telangana. **6. Target Audience and Stakeholders:** Based on the notification text, the primary stakeholders and target audience include: * **Hindustan Petroleum Corporation Limited (HPCL):** HPCL is directly affected as the entity responsible for laying the pipeline, managing compensation, and assuming the RoU. * **Landowners in Kothur Mandal, Rangareddy District, Telangana:** Landowners are directly affected by the acquisition of the Right of User on their land. * **Residents of the region:** Will be affected due to construction and after completion, access to LPG and overall LPG infrastructure in the region. * **Government of Telangana:** This policy influences state infrastructure. * **Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas:** Overseeing and enacting the policy **7. Implementation Aspects (Inferred):** * **Responsible Agency/Bodies:** * Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas is the issuing authority. * Hindustan Petroleum Corporation Limited (HPCL) is responsible for laying the pipeline and paying compensation. * The "competent authority" submitted a report to the Central Government, indicating an intermediary role in assessing the land requirements. * **Timelines/Procedures:** * The notification is effective from the date of publication (March 28, 2022). * HPCL can proceed with laying the pipeline after the publication. * The notification references the Petroleum and Minerals Pipeline Acquisition of Right of User in Land Act, 1962, suggesting that the implementation will follow the procedures outlined in that Act, particularly Section 10 regarding compensation. **8. Expected Outcomes / Impact of Changes:** * **Intended Outcomes:** * Expedited laying of the LPG pipeline from Hassan, Karnataka, to Cherlapalli, Telangana. * Improved LPG infrastructure in the Telangana region. * Reduced burden on the Central Government regarding compensation claims and legal proceedings related to the pipeline project. * **Likely Impact:** * HPCL will bear the financial responsibility for compensating landowners, potentially impacting their project costs. * Landowners will need to negotiate compensation with HPCL. * The project will contribute to the development of energy infrastructure in the region. **9. Conclusion:** The notification S.O. 1386(E) formally acquires the Right of User for land in Telangana for laying an LPG pipeline, assigning the rights and responsibilities to HPCL. This policy action aims to facilitate the timely completion of the pipeline project, enhance LPG infrastructure, and streamline compensation procedures. The key stakeholders are HPCL and the affected landowners. The policy's success will depend on the effective implementation of the PMP Act, 1962, particularly regarding fair compensation to landowners.

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