Publication of notification in the Extra Ordinary Gazette of India under Section 6(1) of the PMP Act 1962 (50 of 1962) relating to land schedule in respect of Kandla Gorakhpur LPG Pipeline to be laid by IHB limited for acquisition of ROU Tehsil Ujjain ,Ghatiya, Distt Ujjain in the state of Madhya Pradesh.

## Policy Analysis Report: Acquisition of Right of User for Kandla-Gorakhpur LPG Pipeline Project in Ujjain, Madhya Pradesh **1. Executive Summary:** This report analyzes a notification from the Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas regarding the acquisition of right of user in land for the Kandla-Gorakhpur LPG Pipeline Project in Ujjain district, Madhya Pradesh. The core purpose, as indicated in the text, is to formally acquire the right of user in specific land parcels for the transportation of LPG via pipeline. A key finding is that the right of user is being vested in IHB Limited, who will be responsible for compensation. This is a new policy, not an amendment. **2. Introduction:** The purpose of this report is to provide an informative analysis, based solely on the provided text, of the Government of India's notification concerning the acquisition of right of user in land for the Kandla-Gorakhpur LPG Pipeline Project in Tehsil Ujjain, Ghatiya District Ujjain in the state of Madhya Pradesh. **3. Policy Overview:** * **Core Objective(s):** The core objective, as explicitly stated in the provided text, is to acquire the right of user in the land specified in the schedule for the purpose of laying the Kandla-Gorakhpur LPG Pipeline Project for the transportation of LPG. **4. Background and Rationale:** Since this is a new policy regarding specific land acquisition, the likely problem/issue it addresses is the need to secure the necessary land rights to facilitate the construction and operation of the Kandla-Gorakhpur LPG Pipeline. The text suggests that the government has already declared its intention to acquire these rights (via S.O. No. 1433E Dated 22th March 2022) and that a report from the Competent Authority has been reviewed. This notification represents the formalization of that acquisition. **5. Key Provisions / Changes:** This policy notification establishes the following key provisions: * **Acquisition of Right of User:** The Central Government formally declares that the right of user in the land specified in the Schedule appended to the notification is acquired for laying the LPG pipeline. * **Vesting of Rights:** The right of user in the specified land vests in IHB Limited, free from all encumbrances, as of the date of publication of the notification. This means IHB Limited has the right to use the land for the pipeline project. * **Liability for Compensation:** IHB Limited is exclusively liable for any compensation payable under Section 10 of the Petroleum and Minerals Pipelines (Acquisition of Right of User in Land) Act, 1962 (PMP Act, 1962). * **Protection from Legal Action:** No suit, claim, or legal proceeding would be against the Central Government on any matter relating to the pipeline. * **Land Specification:** The Schedule provides specific details of the land being acquired, including the District (Ujjain), State (Madhya Pradesh), Tehsil (Ujjain and Ghatiya), Village (Kithodarao and Nazarpur), Survey Numbers, and area in Hectare, Are, and Square Meters. **6. Target Audience and Stakeholders:** Based on the provided text, the directly affected target audience and stakeholders include: * **IHB Limited:** As the entity in which the right of user is vested, IHB Limited is directly responsible for laying the pipeline, managing the land use, and providing compensation to landowners. * **Landowners in Ujjain and Ghatiya Tehsils:** Landowners in the specified villages (Kithodarao and Nazarpur) whose land falls under the survey numbers listed in the Schedule are directly affected by the acquisition of the right of user. They are entitled to compensation. * **Residents of Ujjain District, Madhya Pradesh:** Broadly, residents may be affected by the construction and operation of the pipeline, and could benefit from improved LPG supply. **7. Implementation Aspects (Inferred):** * **Responsible Agency/Bodies:** * **Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas:** Issued the notification and oversees the process. * **IHB Limited:** Responsible for laying the pipeline and providing compensation. * **Dr. Ram Prakash Tiwari (Competent Authority):** Submitted a report to the Central Government (likely on land valuation and suitability). * **Timelines/Procedures:** * The notification is effective from the date of its publication. * The notification refers to prior notification S.O. No. 1433E Dated 22th March 2022 and Gazette No. 1391 Dated 29th March 2022, suggesting a process that began earlier. * Compensation is to be provided according to Section 10 of the PMP Act, 1962. **8. Expected Outcomes / Impact of Changes:** The likely intended outcomes based on the policy's stated provisions are: * **Facilitation of Pipeline Construction:** Acquiring the right of user ensures IHB Limited has the legal authority to construct the Kandla-Gorakhpur LPG pipeline on the specified land. * **Efficient LPG Transportation:** The pipeline will enable the efficient transportation of LPG, potentially benefiting consumers and industries in the region. * **Fair Compensation to Landowners:** Landowners will receive compensation for the use of their land, as mandated by the PMP Act, 1962. **9. Conclusion:** The notification analyzed in this report formalizes the acquisition of right of user in specific land parcels in Ujjain district, Madhya Pradesh, for the Kandla-Gorakhpur LPG Pipeline Project. This is a crucial step in facilitating the construction and operation of the pipeline, with IHB Limited bearing the responsibility for implementation and compensation. The notification is a significant instrument for ensuring the project's progress.

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