Date: 2022-07-21Category: Extra OrdinaryState: Union GovernmentCountry: India
Publication of notification in the Extraordinary 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 in Tehsil Savli, Distt Vadodara in the State of Gujarat
## Policy Analysis Report: Acquisition of Right of User for Kandla Gorakhpur LPG Pipeline Project (Pipavav to IHB Limited Dumad Section)
**1. Executive Summary:**
This report analyzes a notification from the Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas concerning the acquisition of Right of User (RoU) in land for the Kandla Gorakhpur LPG Pipeline Project, specifically the Pipavav to IHB Limited Dumad section in Gujarat. The core purpose is to formally acquire land rights for the project, transferring those rights to IHB Limited. Key findings indicate the Central Government has declared the acquisition necessary after considering reports and ensuring due process. IHB Limited is designated as the entity responsible for compensation related to the land use.
**2. Introduction:**
This report aims to provide an informative overview of the notification issued by the Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas regarding the acquisition of Right of User in land for the Kandla Gorakhpur LPG Pipeline Project, focusing on the Pipavav to IHB Limited Dumad section in Vadodara District, Gujarat. The analysis is based solely on the provided policy text.
**3. Policy Overview:**
This analysis focuses on a notification related to the acquisition of RoU under the Petroleum and Minerals Pipelines (Acquisition of Right of User in Land) Act, 1962.
* **Core Objective(s):** Based on the provided text, the core objective is to legally acquire the Right of User in specified land parcels for the laying of the Kandla Gorakhpur LPG Pipeline, Section: Pipavav to IHB Limited Dumad, and to vest those rights in IHB Limited.
**4. Background and Rationale:**
The policy addresses the need to secure land access for the construction and operation of the Kandla Gorakhpur LPG Pipeline Project. Specifically, it enables the acquisition of rights for the Pipavav to IHB Limited Dumad section. This is essential for the transportation of LPG and the successful implementation of the broader pipeline project. The notification references prior notifications (S.O. No. 4293E dated 26 November 2020 and S.O. 1059E dated 9th March 2022), indicating a process involving declaration of intent, stakeholder consultation, and assessment of the land requirement.
**5. Key Provisions / Changes:**
As a new policy, the notification establishes the following key provisions:
* **Declaration of Acquisition:** The Central Government declares the acquisition of Right of User in land as specified in the attached Schedule.
* **Transfer of Rights:** The Right of User in the said land vests in IHB Limited, free from all encumbrances, effective from the date of the notification's publication.
* **Responsibility for Compensation:** IHB Limited is solely liable for compensation related to the acquired land rights, as per Section 10 of the Petroleum and Minerals Pipelines Act, 1962.
* **Limitation of Liability:** The Central Government is shielded from any legal claims or proceedings related to the pipeline.
* **Schedule of Affected Land:** A detailed Schedule lists the specific land parcels affected by the acquisition, including details such as village, survey/block number, and area (in Hectares, Are, and Sq.mtr.). The schedule lists land in Tehsil: Savli, District: Vadodara, State: Gujarat
**6. Target Audience and Stakeholders:**
The primary target audience includes:
* **Landowners:** Owners of the land parcels listed in the Schedule will be directly affected by the acquisition of Right of User.
* **IHB Limited:** As the entity receiving the RoU and responsible for compensation, IHB Limited is a key stakeholder.
* **The Central Government (Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas):** The issuing authority and indirectly involved party.
**7. Implementation Aspects (Inferred):**
Based on the text, the following implementation aspects can be inferred:
* **Responsible Agency:** IHB Limited is responsible for compensating landowners. The Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas has oversight. The "Competent Authority" mentioned in the text likely plays a role in land assessment and reporting.
* **Timelines:** The notification is effective from the date of its publication. The text references earlier consultation periods with landowners (April 14-15, 2021) indicating that some procedural steps have already been taken.
* **Procedures:** The process includes a declaration of intent, assessment by a Competent Authority, and a final acquisition declaration. Compensation is determined based on Section 10 of the Petroleum and Minerals Pipelines Act, 1962.
**8. Expected Outcomes / Impact of Changes:**
The intended outcomes of this notification include:
* **Secure Land Access:** Facilitation of the Kandla Gorakhpur LPG Pipeline Project by securing the necessary land rights.
* **Project Advancement:** Enables the construction and operation of the pipeline section between Pipavav and IHB Limited Dumad.
* **Legal Clarity:** Provides legal clarity regarding the transfer of RoU to IHB Limited and the associated responsibilities.
**9. Conclusion:**
The notification represents a significant step in securing land access for the Kandla Gorakhpur LPG Pipeline Project. By legally acquiring the Right of User and vesting it in IHB Limited, the notification facilitates the construction and operation of a critical infrastructure project. It clearly defines the responsibilities of IHB Limited regarding compensation and shields the Central Government from related legal liabilities. The notification's implementation will directly impact landowners and contribute to the overall development of the LPG transportation network.
Key Entities Referenced
New Delhi: Place of publication of the gazette notification.
Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas: The government ministry issuing the notification.
Petroleum and Minerals Pipelines Acquisition of Right of User in Land Act, 1962: The primary legislation authorizing the land acquisition.
Kandla Gorakhpur LPG Pipeline Project: The pipeline project for which the land is being acquired.
Pipavav to IHB Limited Dumad: Section of the pipeline project.
LPG: Liquefied petroleum gas, the substance to be transported by the pipeline.
Vadodara District, Gujarat: The district and state where the land acquisition is taking place.
IHB Limited: The company responsible for laying the pipeline and liable for compensation.
Savli, Vadodara, Gujarat: The tehsil, district, and state where the land acquisition is taking place, as specified in the Schedule.
P MP Act, 1962: Shorthand for Petroleum and Minerals Pipelines Act, 1962
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असाधारण
EXTRAORDINARY
भाग II—खण् ड 3—उप-खण्ड (ii)
PART II—Section 3—Sub-section (ii)
प्राजधकार स ेप्रकाजित
PUBLISHED BY AUTHORITY
स.ं 3140] नई दिल्ली, बृहस्ट्प जतवार, िुलाई 21, 2022/आषाढ़ 30, 1944
No. 3140] NEW DELHI, THURSDAY, JULY 21, 2022/ASHADHA 30, 1944
परे ोजलयम और प्राकृजतक गसै मत्रं ालय
अजधसचू ना
नई दिल्ली, 20 िुलाई, 2022
का.आ. 3301(अ).—केन्द्रीय सरकार न े पेरोजलयम और खजनि पाइपलाईन (भूजम म ें उपयोग के अजधकार का
अिजन) अजधजनयम, 1962 (1962 का 50) (जिसे इसमें इसके पश्चात् उक्त अजधजनयम कहा गया ह)ैं की धारा 3 की उप-
धारा (1) के अधीन िारी की गई भारत सरकार के पेरोजलयम और प्राकृजतक गैस मंत्रालय की अजधसूचना संख्या का.आ.
4293(अ), तारीख 26 नवम्बर 2020, िो भारत के असाधारण रािपत्र, क्रमांक 3783 तारीख 1 दिसम्बर 2020, एवं
भारत सरकार के पेरोजलयम और प्राकृजतक गैस मंत्रालय के िुजिपत्र- संख्या का.आ. 1059(अ), तारीख 9 माच ज 2022,
िो भारत के असाधारण रािपत्र, क्रमांक 1027 से तारीख 10 माच ज 2022, में प्रकाजित की गई थी, इस अजधसूचना स े
संलग्न अनुसूची म ें जवजनर्िष्टज भूजम में गुिरात राज्य में "कांडला गोरखपुर एलपीिी पाइपलाइन पररयोिना, अनुभाग:
प्रस्ट्ताजवत पाइपलाइन जपपावाव से आई॰एच॰बी॰ जलजमटेड डुमाड” अतं गतज तालुका सावली, जिला वड़ोिरा म ें
पेरोजलयम पिाथो के पररवहन हते ु आई॰एच॰बी॰ जलजमटेड द्वारा पाईपलाइन जबछान े के प्रयोिन के जलए उपयोग के
अजधकार के अिजन के अपन े आिय की घोषणा की थी;
और उक्त रािपत्र अजधसूचना की प्रजतयां संबजन्द्धत भ-ू स्ट्वाजमयों को तारीख 14-अप्रैल, 2021 से 15-अप्रैल,
2021 तक उपलब्ध करा की गई थी ;
4859 GI/2022 (1)2 THE GAZETTE OF INDIA : EXTRAORDINARY [PART II—SEC. 3(ii)]
और सक्षम प्राजधकारी ने उक्त अजधजनयम की धारा 6 की उप-धारा (1) के अधीन केन्द्रीय सरकार को ररपाजट ि े
िी ह ै;
और केन्द्रीय सरकार न,े उक्त ररपोटज पर जवचार करने के पश्चात् और यह समाधान हो िाने पर दक उक्त भूजम
पाइपलाईन जबछाने के जलए अपेजक्षत ह,ै उसमें उपयोग के अजधकार का अिनज करने का जवजनश्चय दकया ह ै;
अतः अब, केन्द्रीय सरकार उक्त अजधजनयम की धारा 6 की उप-धारा (1) द्वारा प्रद्त्त िजक्तयों का प्रयोग करत े
हुए यह घोषणा करती ह ै दक इस अजधसूचना से सलं ग्न अनसु ूची में जवजनर्िष्टज भूजम म ें पाइपलाईन जबछान े के जलए
उपयोग के अजधकार का अिजन दकया िाए ;
और केन्द्रीय सरकार उक्त अजधजनयम की धारा 6 की उप-धारा (4) द्वारा प्रद्त्त िजक्तयों का प्रयोग करत े हुए,
यह जनिेि िेती ह ै दक उक्त भूजम में उपयोग का अजधकार इस अजधसूचना के प्रकािन की तारीख से केन्द्रीय सरकार में
जनजहत होने के बिाए, सभी जवल्लगं मों से मक्तु होकर आई.एच.बी जलजमटेड में जनजहत होगी ।
पेरोजलयम और खजनि पाइपलाईन अजधजनयम, 1962 की धारा 10 के अधीन दकसी भी क्षजतपूर्तज के जलए
आई.एच.बी जलजमटेड पणू जतय: उतरिायी होगी और पाइपलाईन से सम्बजन्द्धत दकसी भी मामले पर केन्द्रीय सरकार के
जवरुि कोई वाि िावा या काननू ी कायजवाही नहीं हो सकेगी।
अनसु चू ी
तहसीलः- सावली
जिलाः- वड़ोिरा राज्यः-गिु रात
सव े/ ब्लाक / स.ं क्षत्रे फल
मौिा / ग्राम सब-डीव-स.ं
(प्लोट स.ं) हक्े टेयर आरे वग जमीटर
1 2 3 4 5 6
खाडं ी निी 00 16 74
2 1 00 03 88
3 2 00 05 23
कच् चा रास्ट्ता 00 00 65
4 1 00 05 68
4 2/अ 00 02 80
4 2/ब 00 02 64
93 00 08 29
नाला 00 00 93
नाला 00 01 27
7 1पैकी 00 03 93
नाला 00 02 24
पोइचा (रा) नाला 00 00 80
78 1 00 06 23
78 2 00 08 32
500 13पैकी1 00 01 02
नाला 00 01 03
नाला 00 02 59
500 13पैकी2 00 06 70[भाग II—खण् ड 3(ii)] भारत का रािपत्र : असाधारण 3
पोइचा (रा) 500 12पैकी1 00 11 64
(िारी…) 500 12पैकी2 00 08 31
48 00 08 64
46 1 00 07 06
500 10पैकी1 00 16 69
45 1 00 04 23
45 2 00 04 41
44 2 00 00 01
43 पैकी1 00 07 81
रोड़ 00 00 98
42 3/अ/पैकी1 00 11 64
रोड़ 00 01 03
41 1पैकी 00 06 70
41-रोड़ 2पैकी 00 01 30
35 पैकी1पैकी 00 00 06
42 2पैकी 00 08 14
कच् चा रास्ट्ता 00 00 86
42-रोड़ 1पैकी 00 00 48
42-रोड़ 3/अ/पैकी3 00 02 06
42-रोड़ 1पैकी 00 02 26
कच् चा रास्ट्ता 00 01 84
34-रोड़ पैकी 00 03 35
34-रोड़ पैकी 00 00 67
34 पैकी 00 01 94
कच् चा रास्ट्ता 00 00 90
33 00 15 23
32 00 12 69
22 1 00 07 63
23 1 00 10 83
कच्चा रास्ट्ता 00 00 51
159 00 06 44
167 2 00 01 794 THE GAZETTE OF INDIA : EXTRAORDINARY [PART II—SEC. 3(ii)]
पोइचा (रा) 168 2पैकी 00 00 11
(िारी…) 179 1 00 06 86
170 ब2 00 00 04
177 00 04 12
176 1 00 03 18
176 2/पैकी2 00 00 01
[फा. सं. आर-11025(15)/11/2019-ओआर-I/ई-32563]
पी. सोमाकुमार, अवर सजचव
MINISTRY OF PETROLEUM AND NATURAL GAS
NOTIFICATION
New Delhi, the 20th July, 2022
S.O. 3301(E).—Whereas by the notification of the Government of India in the Ministry of Petroleum and
Natural Gas S.O. No. 4293(E) dated the 26 November 2020, published in the Gazette of India No-3783 dated 1st
December, 2020, and erratum of the Government of India in the Ministry of Petroleum and Natural S.O. 1059(E)
dated 9th March 2022 published in Gazette of India No.- 1027 dated the 10th March, 2022, issued under sub-
section (1) of section 3 of the Petroleum and Minerals Pipelines (Acquisition of Right of User in Land) Act, 1962
(50 of 1962), (hereinafter referred to as the said Act), the Central Government declared its intention to acquire the
Right of User in the land specified in the Schedule appended to that notification for the purpose of laying “Kandla -
Gorakhpur LPG Pipeline Project , Section:- Pipavav to IHB Limited Dumad” for the transportation of LPG in
Vadodara District in the State of Gujarat by IHB Limited;
And whereas, copies of the said Gazette notification were made available to the concerned land owners
from 14th April, 2021 to 15th April, 2021;
And whereas, the Competent Authority has under sub-section (1) of Section 6 of said Act submitted
report to the Central Government;
And Whereas, the Central Government, after considering the said report and on being satisfied that the
said land is required for laying the pipeline, has decided to acquire Right of User therein;
Now, therefore, in exercise of the powers conferred by sub-section (1) of section 6 of the said Act, the
Central Government hereby declares that the Right of User in the land specified in the Schedule appended to this
notification is hereby acquired for laying the pipeline;
And further, in exercise of the powers conferred by sub-section (4) of Section 6 of the said Act, the
Central Government hereby directs that Right of User in the said land for laying the pipeline shall, instead of
vesting in the Central Government, vest on the date of publication of the declaration, in IHB Limited, free from all
encumbrances.
IHB Limited shall be exclusively liable for any compensation in terms of Section 10 of the P & MP Act,
1962 and no suit, claim or legal proceeding would lie against the Central Government on any matter relating to the
pipeline.
SCHEDULE
Tehsil:-Savli District:- Vadodara State :- Gujarat
Area
Mouja / Village Survey/Block No. Sub-Div-No.
Hectare Are Sq.mtr.
1 2 3 4 5 6
Khandi River 00 16 74
2 1 00 03 88[भाग II—खण् ड 3(ii)] भारत का रािपत्र : असाधारण 5
Khandi 3 2 00 05 23
(Contd…) Cart Track 00 00 65
4 1 00 05 68
4 2/A 00 02 80
4 2/B 00 02 64
93 00 08 29
Nala 00 00 93
Nala 00 01 27
7 1P 00 03 93
Nala 00 02 24
Poicha (Raniya) Nala 00 00 80
78 1 00 06 23
78 2 00 08 32
500 13P1 00 01 02
Nala 00 01 03
Nala 00 02 59
500 13P2 00 06 70
500 12P1 00 11 64
500 12P2 00 08 31
48 00 08 64
46 1 00 07 06
500 10P1 00 16 69
45 1 00 04 23
45 2 00 04 41
44 2 00 00 01
43 P1 00 07 81
RCC Road 00 00 98
42 3/A/P1 00 11 64
ASP Road 00 01 03
41 1P 00 06 70
41-Road 2P 00 01 30
35 P1P 00 00 06
42 2P 00 08 14
Cart Track 00 00 86
42-Road 1P 00 00 48
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Poicha (Raniya) 42-Road 1P 00 02 26
(Contd…) Cart Track 00 01 84
34-Road P 00 03 35
34-Road P 00 00 67
34 P 00 01 94
Cart Track 00 00 90
33 00 15 23
32 00 12 69
22 1 00 07 63
23 1 00 10 83
Cart Track 00 00 51
159 00 06 44
167 2 00 01 79
168 2P 00 00 11
179 1 00 06 86
170 B2 00 00 04
177 00 04 12
176 1 00 03 18
176 2/P2 00 00 01
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P. SOMAKUMAR, Under Secy.
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