Date: 2021-10-20Category: 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 Jagdishpur Haldia and Bokaro Dhamra Gas Pipeline (JHBDPL) and Spur Pipeline of GAIL (India) Limited.
Executive Summary:
This notification, issued by the Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas, declares the acquisition of the Right of User in specified lands for laying a natural gas pipeline. It concerns the Barauni Guwahati Pipeline Project (BGPL) as part of the Jagdishpur-Haldia-Bokaro-Dhamra Natural Gas Pipeline (JHBDPL) in West Bengal. The notification also directs that the Right of User vests in GAIL India Limited.
Key Points / Main Content:
Acquisition of Right of User:
The Government of India declares the acquisition of the Right of User for land specified in the schedule for laying the pipeline.
This acquisition is for the Barauni Guwahati Pipeline Project (BGPL), an integral part of the Jagdishpur-Haldia-Bokaro-Dhamra Natural Gas Pipeline (JHBDPL).
Vesting of Rights:
The Right of User in the land will vest in GAIL India Limited, free from all encumbrances.
This vesting is effective from the date of publication of the declaration.
Affected Areas:
The schedule lists specific survey numbers and areas (Hectares and Square meters) in the districts of Jalpaiguri, Rajganj, and Jalpaiguri Sadar in West Bengal.
Impact Analysis:
GAIL India Limited:
Impact: GAIL India Limited is granted the Right of User in the specified lands for laying the pipeline, enabling the progression of the BGPL project.
Action Required: GAIL India Limited should proceed with laying the pipeline in accordance with the specifications and guidelines, ensuring compliance with all applicable regulations.
Landowners/Public:
Impact: Landowners in the specified areas will have their rights of user acquired for the pipeline project. Objections have already been considered and disposed of.
Action Required: Landowners should be aware that GAIL India Limited now has the right to use the specified land for the pipeline.
Government of India:
Impact: The Government of India exercises its powers under the Petroleum and Minerals Pipeline (Acquisition of Right of User in Land) Act, 1962, to facilitate infrastructure development.
Action Required: Ensure compliance with legal and regulatory requirements related to land acquisition and pipeline projects.
Key Entities Referenced
Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas: The Indian government ministry responsible for the exploration, production, refining, distribution, marketing, import, export, and conservation of petroleum, natural gas, petroleum products, and liquefied natural gas.
New Delhi: The capital of India, where the notification was issued.
Petroleum and Minerals Pipeline Acquisition of Right of User in Land Act, 1962: An Indian law concerning the acquisition of land rights for petroleum and mineral pipelines.
Barauni Guwahati Natural Gas pipeline: A natural gas pipeline project.
JagdishpurHaldia Bokaro Dhamra Natural Gas Pipeline: A major natural gas pipeline project in India, of which the Barauni Guwahati Natural Gas Pipeline is an integral part.
GAIL India Limited: The natural gas company responsible for laying the pipeline.
West Bengal: The State in India where the land acquisition for the pipeline is taking place.
Jalpaiguri: A district in West Bengal, India where land is being acquired.