Date: 2021-11-11Category: Extra OrdinaryState: Union GovernmentCountry: India
Publication of Notification in the Extra Ordinary Gazette of India under the Petroleum and Minerals Pipelines (ARUL) Act, 1962 for Barauni Guwahati Natural Gas Pipeline (BGPL) of GAIL (India) Limited.
Executive Summary:
This notification, issued by the Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas, declares the Government of India's decision to acquire the Right of User in specified lands for laying a natural gas pipeline by GAIL India Limited, as part of the Barauni Guwahati Pipeline Project. This decision follows the intention declared on March 22, 2021, and vests the Right of User in GAIL India Limited, free from all encumbrances, from November 9, 2021.
Key Points / Main Content:
* **Acquisition of Right of User:**
* The Government of India will acquire the Right of User for land needed for laying a pipeline.
* This pipeline is for the transportation of natural gas through the Barauni Guwahati pipeline.
* GAIL India Limited will be responsible for laying the pipeline.
* **Legal Basis:**
* The action is taken under subsection 4 of Section 6 of the Petroleum and Minerals Pipelines (Acquisition of Right of User in Land) Act, 1962.
* The initial notification declaring the intention to acquire the land was issued on March 22, 2021, under S.O. No. 1392E.
* **Vesting of Rights:**
* The Right of User in the land vests in GAIL India Limited.
* This vesting is effective from the date of publication of the declaration (November 9, 2021).
* The Right of User is transferred free from all encumbrances.
* **Schedule of Affected Land:**
* The notification includes a schedule detailing the specific lands in the State of Bihar affected by this acquisition.
* The schedule lists the District, Anchal, Village, JL No., Survey No., Hectares, Ares, and Square Meters for each parcel of land.
Impact Analysis:
* **GAIL India Limited**
* Impact: GAIL India Limited is granted the Right of User to the specified land for laying the Barauni Guwahati pipeline, enabling the transportation of natural gas.
* Action Required: GAIL India Limited must proceed with laying the pipeline in accordance with the specifications and guidelines, ensuring minimal disruption and compliance with environmental regulations.
* **Landowners in Bihar (Begusarai District)**
* Impact: Landowners in the specified areas of Begusarai, Raja Dumari, Lakho, Suja and Bharra will have their rights of use encumbered, which may affect their ability to use the land.
* Action Required: Landowners should be aware of the restrictions on their land use and may be entitled to compensation as per the provisions of the Act.
* **Competent Authority**
* Impact: The Competent Authority's report was considered by the Government of India in the decision-making process.
* Action Required: The Competent Authority should ensure that the acquisition process is carried out fairly and transparently.
Key Entities Referenced
Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas: The government ministry responsible for the notification.
New Delhi: The city where the notification was issued.
Petroleum and Minerals Pipeline Acquisition of Right of Users in Land Act, 1962: The law under which the notification is issued.
GAIL India Limited: The company laying the pipeline and in whom the right of user will vest.
Barauni Guwahati pipeline: The pipeline project for which the land is being acquired.
Bihar: The state where the land acquisition is taking place.
Begusarai: The district in Bihar where land is being acquired for the pipeline.
Rakesh Mishra: Under Secretary who signed the notification.