Publication of notification in the Extraordinary Gazette of India us 6(1) of the Petroleum and Minerals Pipelines (Acquisition of Right of User in Land) Act, 1962 relating to land schedule in respect of Crude Oil Pipeline from Mundra (Gujarat) to of Ms HPCL Rajasthan Refinery Limited (Ms HRRL) for acquisition of ROU in the state of Gujarat Taluka Santalpur, Distt PATAN, Taluka Rapar, Distt Kachchh

## Policy Analysis Report: Acquisition of Right of User for Crude Oil Pipeline in Gujarat **1. Executive Summary:** This report analyzes a notification issued by the Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas regarding the acquisition of the right of user (RoU) in land for laying a crude oil pipeline in Gujarat. The pipeline, to be laid by HPCL Rajasthan Refinery Limited, will transport Arab Mix Crude Oil from Mundra, Gujarat, to HPCL's refinery in Pachpadra, Rajasthan. The notification declares the Central Government's intention to acquire the RoU and provides a mechanism for affected parties to object to the acquisition. This report outlines the policy's objective, key provisions, affected stakeholders, inferred implementation aspects, and expected outcomes based solely on the provided text. **2. Introduction:** This report aims to provide an informative analysis of the Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas notification concerning the acquisition of the right of user in land for a crude oil pipeline in Gujarat. The analysis is based solely on the content of the provided notification text. **3. Policy Overview:** * This is a *new* policy action concerning the acquisition of RoU, not an amendment. * **Core Objective:** To facilitate the transportation of Crude Oil from Mundra, Gujarat, to HPCL Rajasthan Refinery Limited, Pachpadra, Rajasthan, by enabling the laying of a pipeline. This implicitly includes ensuring a stable supply of crude oil to the refinery. **4. Background and Rationale:** The notification suggests a need to improve or establish a crude oil transportation infrastructure from Mundra, Gujarat, to HPCL Rajasthan Refinery Limited in Pachpadra, Rajasthan. This implies the current infrastructure is insufficient, or a new, more efficient route is desired to ensure a reliable and potentially cost-effective crude oil supply to the refinery. The construction of the pipeline is considered to be "necessary in the public interest." **5. Key Provisions / Changes:** * The Central Government declares its intention to acquire the Right of User (RoU) in land specified in the attached Schedule (TALUKA: SANTALPUR DISTRICT: PATAN STATE: GUJARAT and TALUKA: RAPAR DISTRICT: KACHCHH SATATE: GUJARAT). The land is identified by survey block numbers and area (Sq. Hect Are Mt.) within specified villages (BABRA and PADAMPAR). * HPCL Rajasthan Refinery Limited, Rajasthan, is designated as the entity responsible for laying the Arab Mix Crude Oil Pipeline. * The notification provides a mechanism for individuals with an interest in the land to object to the RoU acquisition. They have 21 days from the date the notification is made available to the public to submit written objections. * Objections should be sent to Shri Chandrakant Shanabhai Solanki, Competent Authority and Additional Collector, Arab Mix Crude Oil Pipeline Project. The address for submitting objections is provided. **6. Target Audience and Stakeholders:** * **Directly Affected:** Landowners and individuals with an interest in the land (as defined by survey block numbers and area) within the specified villages of Babra (Taluka Santalpur, District Patan) and Padampar (Taluka Rapar, District Kachchh) in Gujarat. * **Other Stakeholders:** HPCL Rajasthan Refinery Limited, the Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas, the Gujarat state government, and potentially consumers who will benefit from a more reliable crude oil supply. **7. Implementation Aspects (Inferred):** * **Responsible Agency/Bodies:** * Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas (issuing authority). * HPCL Rajasthan Refinery Limited (pipeline operator). * Shri Chandrakant Shanabhai Solanki, Competent Authority and Additional Collector (receiving objections). * **Timelines:** A 21-day window is provided for landowners to submit objections after the notification is made public. * **Procedures:** Landowners must submit written objections to the designated authority at the specified address. The notification does not detail the process following the submission of objections. **8. Expected Outcomes / Impact of Changes:** * The primary intended outcome is the establishment of a crude oil pipeline from Mundra, Gujarat, to HPCL Rajasthan Refinery Limited, Pachpadra, Rajasthan. * This pipeline is expected to enhance the transportation infrastructure for crude oil. * A potential reduction in transportation costs or improved supply reliability could result from this new pipeline. * The RoU acquisition will likely involve compensation to landowners. **9. Conclusion:** The Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas notification initiates the process of acquiring the right of user in land for a crude oil pipeline in Gujarat. This pipeline, to be built by HPCL Rajasthan Refinery Limited, aims to improve crude oil transportation to the HPCL Rajasthan Refinery Limited in Pachpadra, Rajasthan. The notification establishes a process for landowners to object to the acquisition and outlines the responsible parties involved in the project. The implementation of this policy is expected to enhance the transportation infrastructure for crude oil and ensure a more secure supply of crude oil to the refinery.

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