Date: 2025-06-12Category: Extra OrdinaryState: Union GovernmentCountry: India
Publication of notification of extraordinary gazette under Part II section 3 Sub Section ii Notification under clause 20E of section 2 of the Railway Act 1989 24 of 1989 for land to be acquired in connection with Special Railway Project, namely, new BG line project from Dahod to Indore (through Jhabua, Sardarpur, Dhar and Pithampur)204.76 Km in Village Jhiri, Tehsil Rama District Jhabua in the State of Madhya Pradesh
## Policy Analysis Report: Land Acquisition for Dahod-Indore New BG Line Project
**1. Executive Summary:**
This report analyzes a government notification regarding the acquisition of land for the construction of a new Broad Gauge (BG) railway line project from Dahod to Indore, passing through Jhabua, Sardarpur, Dhar, and Pithampur in the Jhabua district of Madhya Pradesh. This notification, published by the Ministry of Railways, declares the Central Government's intent to acquire specific land parcels identified in the attached schedule, following the procedures outlined in the Railway Amendment Act of 2008. The core purpose is to facilitate the execution, maintenance, management, and operation of this Special Railway Project. The key finding is the detailed listing of land plots and their owners in the Jhiri village being acquired for this project, emphasizing the direct impact on these landowners.
**2. Introduction:**
This report aims to provide a comprehensive overview of the government notification pertaining to the acquisition of land for the new Dahod-Indore BG line project. This analysis is based solely on the information provided within the given notification text.
**3. Policy Overview:**
This is a *new* policy implementation.
* **Core Objective(s):** The core objective, as stated in the provided text, is to acquire land for the "execution, maintenance, management and operation of Special Railway Project, namely new BG line project from Dahod to Indore through Jhabua, Sardarpur, Dhar and Pithampur 204.76 km in Jhabua district in the State of Madhya Pradesh."
**4. Background and Rationale:**
Since this is a new policy implementation, the text suggests that the policy addresses the need for a new railway infrastructure project connecting Dahod and Indore. The construction of this BG line project likely aims to improve transportation, connectivity, and economic development in the region, specifically benefiting the districts along the route, but this is inferred rather than explicitly stated in the provided text.
**5. Key Provisions / Changes:**
Since this is a new policy implementation, the key provisions are as follows:
* **Declaration of Intent to Acquire Land:** The Central Government declares its intention to acquire land specified in the attached schedule for the railway project.
* **Land Acquisition Process:** The acquisition follows the procedures established in the Railway Amendment Act, 2008. Specifically, it references Section 20A (intention to acquire) and Section 20E (declaration of acquisition).
* **Vesting of Land:** Upon publication of this notification in the official Gazette, the land specified in the schedule will "vest absolutely in the Central government free from all encumbrances."
* **Schedule of Affected Land:** The notification includes a detailed schedule listing the specific land parcels to be acquired, including:
* Village name (Jhiri)
* Taluka (Rama)
* Khasara number (plot number)
* Area of land to be acquired (in hectares)
* Name of the landholder(s)
* Landholders' details, including father's name, caste, and address.
**6. Target Audience and Stakeholders:**
Based on the provided text, the primary target audience and stakeholders are:
* **Landowners in Jhiri Village:** Specifically, those individuals and families whose land is listed in the schedule for acquisition. They are directly and significantly affected by this policy.
* **Residents of Jhabua District:** The project impacts land and likely communities within the district, affecting those who live and work in the area.
* **Ministry of Railways:** The ministry is responsible for the project and the acquisition process.
**7. Implementation Aspects (Inferred):**
* **Responsible Agency/Bodies:** The Ministry of Railways (specifically the Railway Board) and the "Competent Authority" are mentioned as responsible bodies. The Chief Engineer Construction IV, Dheeraj Kumar, is also named.
* **Timelines or Procedures:**
* The notification references previous steps, including a notification published on November 30, 2024 (S.O. 5169E) and the publication of the notification's substance in newspapers on December 9, 2024. This suggests a phased approach to implementation.
* It mentions that no objections were received in Jhiri village, which expedited the process.
* The text mentions the official gazette as the method to communicate the decision.
**8. Expected Outcomes / Impact of Changes:**
The intended outcome of this land acquisition is to enable the construction of the Dahod-Indore BG line project. This railway line is expected to improve transportation infrastructure, potentially leading to:
* Enhanced connectivity and mobility in the Jhabua district and surrounding areas.
* Improved access to markets and economic opportunities.
* Potential for increased economic development in the region.
However, the land acquisition also implies displacement and economic disruption for the affected landowners in Jhiri village, emphasizing the need for fair compensation and resettlement measures, although the text doesn't cover these elements.
**9. Conclusion:**
The government notification analyzed in this report details the acquisition of land in Jhiri village, Jhabua district, for the construction of the Dahod-Indore BG line project. This project is a significant infrastructure development initiative with the potential to improve regional connectivity and economic growth. However, it is crucial to acknowledge and address the impact on the directly affected landowners and ensure a fair and transparent acquisition process. The notification underscores the government's commitment to this railway project, although the actual socio-economic impacts of the project can only be evaluated by further research.
Key Entities Referenced
REGD. No. D. L.3300499: Registration number of the document
NEW DELHI, THURSDAY, JUNE 12, 2025: Date and place of publication of the Gazette
JYAISTHA 22, 1947: Indian national calendar date corresponding to the Gregorian date
THE GAZETTE OF INDIA: The official gazette of the Government of India
MINISTRY OF RAILWAYS: Government of India ministry responsible for railways
Western Railway Construction Organisation: A construction organization under the Ministry of Railways
Mumbai: City where the notification was issued
11th June, 2025: Date of the notification
S.O. 2569E: Number of the Statutory Order
Government of India: The governing authority of India
Ministry of Railways Railway Board: The Railway Board within the Ministry of Railways
S.O. 5169E: Statutory Order number related to land acquisition, dated 30 November, 2024
30 November, 2024: Date of the original notification
Railway Amendment Act, 2008: Act of Indian Parliament amending the Railway Act
Central Government: The federal government of India
Special Railway Project: A railway project designated as special
new BG line project from Dahod to Indore through Jhabua, Sardarpur, Dhar and Pithampur: Specific railway line project
Dahod: Starting point of the new BG line project
Indore: End point of the new BG line project
Jhabua: A district in Madhya Pradesh through which the railway line passes
Sardarpur: A location through which the railway line passes
Dhar: A location through which the railway line passes
Pithampur: A location through which the railway line passes
Madhya Pradesh: The state in India where the project is located
News Papers Free Press Raj Express: Names of newspapers where a notification regarding the land acquisition was published
09 December, 2024: Date of newspaper publication
Jhiri village: Village where land acquisition is taking place
Competent Authority: Authority responsible for overseeing the land acquisition process
Kailaasha Pita Ratana Daamor Jaati Bhil: Name and details of a landholder
Rama: Taluka of the landholder
Dinesh Pita Dhunna Jaati Bhil Bhaabhar: Name and details of a landholder
Raajoo Pita Dhunna Jaati Bhil Bhaabhar: Name and details of a landholder
Mannoobaee Beva Dhunna Jaati Bhil Bhaabhar: Name and details of a landholder
Puniya Pita Somala Pal Jati Patalya: Name and details of a landholder
Maanasing Pita Raavala Paal Jaati Bhil: Name and details of a landholder
Teteeya Pita Gumaan Jaati Bhil: Name and details of a landholder
Devala Pita Gumaan Jaati Bhil: Name and details of a landholder
Badiya Pita Dhuliya Bhooreeya Jaati Bhil: Name and details of a landholder
Raajoo Pita Gopaal Jaati Pateliya: Name and details of a landholder
Gagaa raam Pita Vasana Paal Jaati Pateliya: Name and details of a landholder
Laalasinh Pita Vasana Paal Jaati Pateliya: Name and details of a landholder
Vasana Pita Puna Gamar Jaati Pateliya: Name and details of a landholder
Puniya Pita Thaavareeya Jaati Daamar Bhil: Name and details of a landholder
Chhitu Pita Kidiya Bhaabar Jaati Bhil: Name and details of a landholder
Vasana Pita Ganeeya Paramaar Jaati Pataliya: Name and details of a landholder
Dhulee Pita Hira Jaati Pateliya: Name and details of a landholder
Laalee Pita Hira Jaati Pateliya: Name and details of a landholder
Phurakee Pita Hira Jaati Pateliya: Name and details of a landholder
Paaratee Pita Hira Jaati Pateliya: Name and details of a landholder
Jaana Beva Hira Jaati Pateliya: Name and details of a landholder
Roopasinh Pita Bhagala Paramaar Jaati Pateliya: Name and details of a landholder
Kaaleeya Pita Ganeeya Paramaar Jaati Pataliya: Name and details of a landholder
Maalu Pita Galaal Bhooreeya Jaati Bhil: Name and details of a landholder
Ganna Pita Nana Ninama Jati Bhil: Name and details of a landholder
Mahendrasingh Pita Somala Pal Jati Patalya: Name and details of a landholder
Karanasinh Pita Paangala Jaati Pateliya: Name and details of a landholder
Javala Pita Paangala Jaati Pateliya: Name and details of a landholder
Ramalaal Pita Paangala Jaati Pateliya: Name and details of a landholder
Paaratee Putree Paangala Jaati Pateliya: Name and details of a landholder
Sangeeta Putree Paangala Jaati Pateliya: Name and details of a landholder
Vasanee Beva Paangala Jaati Pateliya: Name and details of a landholder
Harikishan Pita Badiya Paramaar Jaati Pateliya: Name and details of a landholder
Shankarasinh Pita Badiya Paramaar Jaati Pateliya: Name and details of a landholder
Laaliya Pita Ditiya Jaati Pataliya: Name and details of a landholder
Maanasinh Naanasinh Pita Badiya Bhooreeya Jaati Pataliya: Name and details of a landholder
Raavala Pita Ditiya Jaati Pataliya: Name and details of a landholder
Vasana Pita Roopala Bhooreeya Jaati Pataliya: Name and details of a landholder
Akram Pita Kidiya Bhaabar Jaati Bhil: Name and details of a landholder
Khunasih Pita Kidiya Bhaabar Jaati Bhil: Name and details of a landholder
Mansu Pita Somaji Damor Jati Bhil: Name and details of a landholder
Mangaliya Pita Tihiya Jaati Daamar Bhil: Name and details of a landholder
Vaagoo Pita Thaavareeya Jaati Daamar Bhil: Name and details of a landholder
Karanasinh Pita Thaavariya Jaati Daamar Bhil: Name and details of a landholder
Naaneeya Pita Ganeeya Paramaar Jaati Pateliya: Name and details of a landholder
Mangu Pita Kaaleeya Jaati Bhil: Name and details of a landholder
Sugana Patnee Surasih Jaati Bhil: Name and details of a landholder
Pangala Pita Keediya Bhaabar Jaati Bhil: Name and details of a landholder
Prakaash Pita Ramaseeg Jaati Daamar Bhil: Name and details of a landholder
Oonkaar Pita Thaavariya Jaati Daamar Bhil: Name and details of a landholder
Hemaraaj Pita Thaavariya Jaati Daamar Bhil: Name and details of a landholder
Khima Pita Thaavariya Jaati Daamar Bhil: Name and details of a landholder
Kasana Pita Thaavariya Jaati Daamar Bhil: Name and details of a landholder
Nandu Pita Thaavariya Jaati Daamar Bhil: Name and details of a landholder
Kaalu Pita Thaavariya Jaati Daamar Bhil: Name and details of a landholder
Dita Beva Thaavariya Jaati Daamar Bhil: Name and details of a landholder
Hakariya Pita Jheetara Jaati Daamar Bhil: Name and details of a landholder
Kaalee Beva Vasana Paal Jaati Pateliya: Name and details of a landholder
Laalasinh Pita Bhoodar Jaati Pateliya: Name and details of a landholder
Maanasinh Pita Bhoodar Jaati Pateliya: Name and details of a landholder
Hakam Pita Ratana Daamor Jaati Bhil: Name and details of a landholder
Laalajee Pita Madoo Daanor Jaati Bhil: Name and details of a landholder
Gopaal Pita Vasana Paal Jaati Pateliya: Name and details of a landholder
Najaru Pita Limji Bhuriya Jati Bhuriya Bhil: Name and details of a landholder
Sanjaya Pita Bhavarlal Bhuriya Jati Bhil: Name and details of a landholder
Amit Pita Bhavarlal Bhuriya Jati Bhil: Name and details of a landholder
Pangali Beva Bhavarlal Bhuriya Jati Bhil: Name and details of a landholder
Mannaabaee Beva Limajee Bhooriya Jaati Bhil: Name and details of a landholder
Meta Beva Limajee Bhooriya Jaati Bhil: Name and details of a landholder
Virasing Pita Kukala Bhaabhar Jaati Pateliya: Name and details of a landholder
Kukalee Beva Kukala Bhaabhar Jaati Pateliya: Name and details of a landholder
Hudakee Beva Poona Paal Jaati Pateliya: Name and details of a landholder
Vasana Pita Ganeeya Paramaar Jaati Pataliya: Name and details of a landholder
Gulsih Pita Varasih Bhabhar Jati Bhil: Name and details of a landholder
Janiya Pita Varasih Bhabhar Jati Bhil: Name and details of a landholder
Humali Beva Varasih Bhabhar Jati Bhil: Name and details of a landholder
Rama Pita Naanajee Bhooreeya Jaati Bhil: Name and details of a landholder
Surasing Pita Somajee Daamor Jaati Bhil: Name and details of a landholder
Ditiya Pita Somala Paal Jaati Patalya: Name and details of a landholder
Antarasinh Pita Puna Paal Jaati Pateliya: Name and details of a landholder
Gajaheeg Pita Keediya Bhaabar Jaati Bhil: Name and details of a landholder
Gumaan Naabaalig Pita Ratana Daamor Sanrakshak NaKarta Maata Gattoo Pa.Ba. Jaati Bhil: Name and details of a landholder
Gattoo Beva Ratana Daamor Jaati Bhil: Name and details of a landholder
Gangaaraam Pita Vasana Paal Jaati Pateliya: Name and details of a landholder
DHEERAJ KUMAR: Name of the Chief Engineer ConstructionIV
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