Publication of Notification in the Extraordinary Gazette of India under section 3(1) of Petroleum and Minerals Pipelines Act, 1962 (50 of 1962), for acquisition of Right of User (ROU) laying pipeline from MSAA EPS to BTSAD passed through Losarigutlapadu Village of Bhimavaram Mandal of West Godavari District and Yendapalli Village of Kruthivennu Mandal of Krishna District in State of Andhra Pradesh.

## Policy Analysis Report: Acquisition of Right of User for Natural Gas Pipeline in Andhra Pradesh **1. Executive Summary:** This report analyzes a notification from the Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas, Government of India, dated April 17, 2025, regarding the acquisition of Right of User (ROU) in land for laying a natural gas pipeline in Andhra Pradesh. The core purpose is to facilitate the transportation of natural gas by Oil and Natural Gas Corporation Limited (ONGC). The report details the affected districts, villages, survey numbers, and land areas, as well as the process for landowners to object to the acquisition. The key finding is the specific identification of land parcels intended for the pipeline project within the specified districts and mandals. **2. Introduction:** This report aims to provide an informative analysis of the notification S.O. 1821(E) issued by the Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas concerning the acquisition of Right of User (ROU) for a natural gas pipeline in Andhra Pradesh. The analysis is based solely on the provided policy text. **3. Policy Overview:** This appears to be a new policy initiative, not an amendment. * **Core Objective(s):** The core objective, as inferred from the text, is to enable the transportation of natural gas from MSAA EPS to BTSADNEWROU20242025 by facilitating the acquisition of the Right of User (ROU) in land for the pipeline infrastructure. This is achieved through the declaration of intent to acquire the ROU. **4. Background and Rationale:** This is a new policy initiative. The text implies a need to develop natural gas transportation infrastructure in Andhra Pradesh. The notification suggests that existing infrastructure is insufficient or that new sources of natural gas require new pipeline routes. Without the acquisition of the Right of User in the specified lands, the pipeline project cannot proceed, hindering the transportation of natural gas. **5. Key Provisions / Changes:** Since this is a new policy announcement, the key provisions are: * **Declaration of Intent:** The Central Government declares its intention to acquire the Right of User in land for the laying of natural gas pipelines by Oil and Natural Gas Corporation Limited (ONGC). * **Geographic Scope:** The acquisition pertains to specific lands in the State of Andhra Pradesh, specifically in the West Godavari and Krishna districts. * **Land Details:** The notification provides detailed information regarding the specific villages, survey numbers, and land areas (in hectares and square meters) affected by the proposed pipeline project. This includes survey numbers in Losarigutlapadu (Bhimavaram Mandal) and Yendapalli (Kruthivennu Mandal). * **Objection Mechanism:** The policy establishes a mechanism for individuals interested in the land to object to the acquisition of the Right of User. * **Objection Deadline:** Individuals have twenty-one days from the date on which copies of the Gazette of India are made available to the general public to submit their objections in writing. * **Objection Submission:** Objections must be submitted to the Special Deputy Collector and Competent Authority, Oil Natural Gas Corporation Ltd., Rajahmundry AssetK.G. Basin, Godavari Bhavan, Base Complex, Rajahmundry 533 106, Andhra Pradesh. **6. Target Audience and Stakeholders:** The primary target audience and stakeholders are: * **Landowners:** Individuals or entities owning land within the specified villages and survey numbers in West Godavari and Krishna districts of Andhra Pradesh. * **Oil and Natural Gas Corporation Limited (ONGC):** The implementing agency responsible for laying the pipeline. * **Residents of Affected Areas:** People residing in or near the affected villages who may experience disruption or impact from the pipeline construction. **7. Implementation Aspects (Inferred):** * **Responsible Agency:** Oil and Natural Gas Corporation Limited (ONGC) is responsible for laying the pipeline. The Special Deputy Collector and Competent Authority, Oil Natural Gas Corporation Ltd., Rajahmundry Asset is responsible for addressing objections. * **Timeline:** A twenty-one-day timeline is provided for landowners to object to the acquisition of the Right of User, starting from the date the Gazette of India is made available to the public. * **Procedure:** The procedure involves ONGC laying pipelines and the government acquiring the ROU. Landowners have the right to object to the acquisition within the stipulated timeframe, submitting their objections to the designated authority. **8. Expected Outcomes / Impact of Changes:** The likely intended outcomes and impact of this policy are: * **Facilitation of Natural Gas Transportation:** The successful acquisition of the Right of User will enable ONGC to lay the natural gas pipeline, thereby facilitating the transportation of natural gas from MSAA EPS to BTSADNEWROU20242025. * **Infrastructure Development:** The policy contributes to the development of natural gas infrastructure in Andhra Pradesh, potentially benefiting the region's energy security and industrial development. * **Potential Land Acquisition Disputes:** The policy may lead to disputes or objections from landowners who are unwilling to relinquish the Right of User in their land. * **Economic and Social Impacts:** The construction and operation of the pipeline may have economic and social impacts on the affected areas, including potential employment opportunities and environmental considerations. **9. Conclusion:** The notification S.O. 1821(E) represents a crucial step in facilitating the transportation of natural gas in Andhra Pradesh. By declaring the intent to acquire the Right of User in specific lands, the government aims to enable the development of essential pipeline infrastructure. Landowners and other stakeholders should be aware of their rights and obligations under this policy, particularly the timeline for submitting objections. The successful implementation of this policy will contribute to the region's energy infrastructure and overall economic development, while carefully managing potential local objections to land usage.

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