Publication of Notification in the Extraordinary Gazette of India under Section 3(1) and 6(1) of the PMP Act 1962 (50 of 1962) relating to land schedule in respect of Haldia Panagarh LPG Pipeline Project (HPPL) of Hindustan Petroleum Corporation Limited (HPCL) for acquisition of RoU in the State of West Bengal
Read or download the official PDF of this gazette notification issued by the Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas on 19th August 2026. Classified under Extra Ordinary.
Executive Summary
This notification, issued by the Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas on August 18, 2026, declares the formal acquisition of the "Right of User" in specific lands within the Bankura district of West Bengal. The acquisition is intended for the construction of an LPG transportation pipeline from Haldia to Panagarh by Hindustan Petroleum Corporation Limited (HPCL). Effective from the publication date of August 19, 2026, the rights vest in HPCL, which assumes full responsibility for compensation and project execution.
Key Points / Main Content
Legal Authority and Declarations
The acquisition is performed under Section 6(1) of the Petroleum and Minerals Pipelines (Acquisition of Right of User in Land) Act, 1962.
The Central Government, after reviewing reports from the Competent Authority, has determined that the specified land is essential for laying the LPG pipeline.
This follows a prior notification of intent (S.O. 1833(E)) issued on April 8, 2026, and made available to the public on April 17, 2026.
Vesting of Rights
Under Section 6(4) of the Act, the "Right of User" vests in Hindustan Petroleum Corporation Limited (HPCL) rather than the Central Government.
Rights are transferred free from all encumbrances.
The vesting of these rights is effective immediately upon the publication of this declaration.
Project Scope and Location
Purpose: Transportation of LPG via the Haldia to Panagarh pipeline.
Geography: Various plots in the Bankura district, West Bengal.
Affected Police Stations: Kotulpur, Indas, and Patrasayer.
Detailed Schedule: The document includes a comprehensive list of affected Mauzas, plot numbers, and the precise area (hectares, ares, and square meters) required for each.
Financial and Legal Liability
HPCL is exclusively liable for the payment of compensation under Section 10 of the P&MP Act, 1962.
No suits, claims, or legal proceedings regarding the pipeline can be brought against the Central Government.
Impact Analysis
Hindustan Petroleum Corporation Limited (HPCL)Impact
HPCL officially acquires the legal right to use the specified lands for the pipeline project. They are designated as the primary entity responsible for the project's liabilities.
Action Required
HPCL must fulfill all compensation obligations to affected parties as mandated by Section 10 of the P&MP Act, 1962.
Landowners and Occupiers in Bankura DistrictImpact
Owners and occupiers of the plots listed in the schedule (under Kotulpur, Indas, and Patrasayer) are affected by the government's acquisition of the "Right of User" for their land.
Action Required
Affected parties should prepare to receive compensation from HPCL for the acquisition of these rights and any related damages as per the 1962 Act.
Central GovernmentImpact
The government facilitates the public utility project by exercising its statutory powers to acquire rights but transfers the operational and financial burden to the corporation.
Action Required
No further immediate action is specified; the government is legally indemnified against claims related to the pipeline.
Key Entities Referenced
Petroleum and Minerals Pipelines (Acquisition of Right of User in Land) Act, 1962: The primary legislation governing the central government's authority to acquire rights for using land to lay mineral and petroleum pipelines.
Hindustan Petroleum Corporation Limited (HPCL): The public sector undertaking responsible for laying the pipeline and exclusively liable for all compensation and legal matters related to the land acquisition.
Haldia to Panagarh Pipeline: An infrastructure project for the transportation of LPG across West Bengal for which land usage rights are being acquired.
Bankura, West Bengal: The specific district and state where the land parcels identified for the pipeline's right-of-way are located.