Date: 2022-07-20Category: Extra OrdinaryState: Union GovernmentCountry: India
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 Kanpur Sadar, Distt Kanpur Nagar, in the state of Uttar Pradesh
## Policy Analysis Report: Acquisition of Right of User for LPG Pipeline Project in Uttar Pradesh
**1. Executive Summary:**
This report analyzes a government notification regarding the acquisition of the right of user in land for the laying of a Liquified Petroleum Gas (LPG) pipeline in Uttar Pradesh, specifically in Tehsil Kanpur Sadar, District Kanpur Nagar. The notification, published on July 20, 2022, declares the central government's decision to acquire land rights for the Kandla to Gorakhpur LPG Pipeline Project, implemented by IHB Ltd. The key finding is that IHB Ltd. will now hold the right of user for the specified land and is solely responsible for compensation related to the project, absolving the Central Government of any related liabilities.
**2. Introduction:**
The purpose of this report is to provide an informative analysis of the government notification regarding the acquisition of land for the Kandla to Gorakhpur LPG Pipeline Project in Uttar Pradesh. This analysis is solely based on the information provided in the government policy text.
**3. Policy Overview:**
* This is a *New Policy* in the sense that it establishes the acquisition of land use rights for a specific project.
* **Core Objective(s):** Based on the text, the primary objective is to acquire the right of user in land for the laying of a pipeline to transport LPG from Kandla (Gujarat) to Gorakhpur (Uttar Pradesh) by IHB Ltd. This is for the Kandla to Gorakhpur LPG Pipeline Project.
**4. Background and Rationale:**
As a new policy for this specific project, the likely problem/issue it addresses is the need to secure land rights for the construction of the LPG pipeline. Without these rights, the project could not proceed. The notification follows an initial declaration of intent and a report from the Competent Authority, indicating a process of evaluation and approval before the final decision to acquire the land rights.
**5. Key Provisions / Changes:**
* The central government declares that the right of user in the land specified in the schedule appended to the notification is acquired for laying the pipeline.
* The right of user of the specified land vests in IHB Ltd., free from all encumbrances, on the date of publication of the declaration.
* IHB Ltd. is exclusively liable for any compensation in terms of section 10 of the Petroleum and Minerals Pipelines (Acquisition of Right of User in Land) Act, 1962 (PMP Act).
* No legal action (suit, claim, or legal proceeding) can be taken against the Central Government on any matter relating to the pipeline.
* The notification also includes a schedule listing specific land plots by village (Gadhi Kanpur, Sujanpur, Chhitepur, Rampur Bhimsen), survey number, and area (Hectare, Are, Sqm) within Tehsil Kanpur Sadar, District Kanpur Nagar, State Uttar Pradesh, where the land use rights are being acquired.
**6. Target Audience and Stakeholders:**
* **Directly Affected:**
* IHB Ltd: As the implementing agency, IHB Ltd. is responsible for laying the pipeline and providing compensation.
* Landowners in the specified villages (Gadhi Kanpur, Sujanpur, Chhitepur, Rampur Bhimsen) within Tehsil Kanpur Sadar, District Kanpur Nagar, Uttar Pradesh whose land is listed in the schedule.
* **Indirectly Affected:**
* Consumers of LPG in the Gorakhpur region, who will benefit from the enhanced supply.
* The Petroleum and Natural Gas industry.
**7. Implementation Aspects (Inferred):**
* **Responsible agency:** IHB Ltd. is responsible for laying the pipeline and providing compensation. The Central Government plays a regulatory role.
* **Timelines:** The right of user vests in IHB Ltd. on the date of publication of the declaration (July 20, 2022).
* **Procedures:** Compensation will be handled by IHB Ltd. according to Section 10 of the PMP Act, 1962.
**8. Expected Outcomes / Impact of Changes:**
The intended outcomes are:
* Facilitation of the construction of the Kandla to Gorakhpur LPG pipeline.
* Improved LPG supply to the Gorakhpur region.
* Clear allocation of responsibility for compensation to IHB Ltd.
* Protection of the Central Government from legal liabilities related to the project.
**9. Conclusion:**
The government notification analyzed in this report is a crucial step in enabling the Kandla to Gorakhpur LPG Pipeline Project. By acquiring the right of user in the specified land and vesting it in IHB Ltd., the government facilitates the pipeline's construction. The explicit assignment of compensation responsibility to IHB Ltd. and the protection of the Central Government from legal challenges are significant aspects of this policy. This notification is likely to have a positive impact on the LPG supply chain and contribute to the energy infrastructure in the region.
Key Entities Referenced
Petroleum and minerals pipelines Acquisition of Right of User in Land Act, 1962: Act under which the notification is issued, regarding acquisition of land for petroleum pipelines.
Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas: The government ministry issuing the notification.
NEW DELHI: Place of publication of the gazette notification.
Uttar Pradesh State: State where the land acquisition is taking place.
Tehsil Kanpur Sadar: Tehsil where the land is located.
District Kanpur Nagar: District where the land is located.
Kandla: Starting point of the LPG pipeline in Gujarat.
Gujarat: State from where LPG pipeline starts
Gorakhpur: Destination point of the LPG pipeline in Uttar Pradesh.
IHB Ltd: The company implementing the Kandla to Gorakhpur LPG Pipeline Project and acquiring the right of user.
Kandla to Gorakhpur LPG Pipeline Project: The project for which the land is being acquired.
GADHI KANPUR: Village where land is acquired
SUJANPUR: Village where land is acquired
CHHITEPUR: Village where land is acquired
RAMPUR BHIMSEN: Village where land is acquired