Publication of notification of extraordinary Gazette under Part II section 3 Sub Section (ii). Notification under clause (7A) of section 2 of the Railways Act, 1989 in connection with Construction of Road Over Bridge in lieu of Level Crossing No. 198 between Indalvai and Sirnapally Stations in the District of Nizamabad in the of State of Telangana

**Executive Summary** This notification, issued by the Ministry of Railways (South Central Railway) on July 9, 2026, authorizes a specific Competent Authority for land acquisition related to a "Special Railway Project" in Telangana. Under the Railways Act, 1989, it designates the Revenue Divisional Officer of Nizamabad/Bodhan to oversee the project's execution and management. The authorization is effective immediately from the date of its publication in the Official Gazette. **Key Points / Main Content** **Legal Authorization** * The notification is issued in exercise of powers conferred by Clause (7A) of Section 2 of the Railways Act, 1989. * The Central Government formally authorizes the designated officer to perform the functions of the Competent Authority for the specified project. **Project Scope and Location** * The designated "Special Railway Project" is the construction of a Road Over Bridge (ROB) in lieu of Level Crossing No. 198. * The project site is located between Indalvai and Sirnapally stations. * The geographical jurisdiction is limited to the Nizamabad District in the State of Telangana. **Authority Responsibilities** * The Competent Authority is responsible for land acquisition necessary for the project. * The officer is empowered to handle the execution, maintenance, management, and operation of the railway project within the state. **Designated Official** * The Revenue Divisional Officer, Nizamabad/Bodhan, is the officially appointed Competent Authority for this project. **Impact Analysis** **Revenue Divisional Officer, Nizamabad/Bodhan** **Impact** This officer is legally empowered as the Competent Authority for land acquisition and project oversight for the specific Road Over Bridge project. **Action Required** The officer must perform all statutory functions related to land acquisition, execution, and management of the project as per the Railways Act, 1989. **Ministry of Railways (South Central Railway)** **Impact** The Ministry establishes the necessary legal framework to proceed with infrastructure development at Level Crossing No. 198. **Action Required** Coordinate with the designated Revenue Divisional Officer to initiate land acquisition and project commencement. **Landowners and Residents in Nizamabad District** **Impact** Property and land located between Indalvai and Sirnapally stations near Level Crossing No. 198 may be subject to acquisition proceedings by the designated authority. **Action Required** Affected parties must engage with the Revenue Divisional Officer, Nizamabad/Bodhan, regarding land acquisition matters and compensation processes.

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