Publication of notification under Section 3D

## Report on Land Acquisition for National Highway 709 Ext. ROB at LC A142, Rajasthan **1. Executive Summary:** This report analyzes a notification from the Ministry of Road Transport and Highways, Government of India, regarding land acquisition for the building, widening (two-lane with paved shoulders), maintenance, management, and operation of National Highway No. 709 Ext. ROB at LC A142 near Sadulpur Railways Station in the District Churu, State of Rajasthan. The notification declares the Central Government's intention to acquire specified land, free from all encumbrances, for this purpose following due process including consideration of objections. The key finding is the formal declaration of the land acquisition, enabling the project to proceed. **2. Introduction:** The purpose of this report is to provide information regarding the notification S.O. 2111(E), published in the Gazette of India on May 9, 2025, concerning the acquisition of land for the development of National Highway No. 709 Ext. ROB at LC A142, Near Sadulpur Railways Station in the District Churu, State of Rajasthan. This report is based solely on the information contained within the provided policy text. **3. Policy Overview:** This is a new policy action as it declares the land acquisition under the National Highway Act. * **Core Objective(s):** The primary objective is to acquire land for building, widening (two-lane with paved shoulders), maintenance, management, and operation of National Highway No. 709 Ext. ROB at LC A142, Near Sadulpur Railways Station in the stretch of land At Km.. 1.0 in the District Churu, in the State of Rajasthan. **4. Background and Rationale:** * **New Policy:** The policy addresses the need to acquire land for the infrastructure development of National Highway No. 709 Ext. ROB at LC A142. This infrastructure development is likely aimed at improving transportation efficiency, connectivity, and potentially reducing traffic congestion in the region. The need is further supported by the reference to the original notification (1008E Dated: 27022025) declaring the *intention* to acquire land - implying that this notification formally executes this intention. **5. Key Provisions / Changes:** * **New Policy:** The notification establishes the following key provisions: * **Declaration of Land Acquisition:** The Central Government declares that the land specified in the schedule shall be acquired for the purpose of the project. * **Vesting of Land:** Upon publication of the notification, the land specified in the schedule vests absolutely in the Central Government, free from all encumbrances. * **Land Specification:** The schedule provides a brief description of the land to be acquired, including the survey/plot number, type of land, nature of land, area in hectares, name of land owner/interested person, Taluk, and Village. In this specific case, Government land is being acquired. * **Legal Basis:** The action is taken under subsection 1 of section 3D of the National Highway Act, 1956. * **Prior Steps:** The document confirms that prior steps such as the initial declaration of intent (notification 1008E), publication in newspapers, consideration of objections under Section 3C of the Act, and submission of a report by the Competent Authority have been completed. **6. Target Audience and Stakeholders:** Based on the provided text, the primary target audience and stakeholders are: * **Rajasthan Government:** As the owner of the land being acquired (Sl. No. 1). * **Public Works Department:** As the interested person in the land being acquired (Sl. No. 2). * **Residents and Businesses of Churu District (specifically Rajgarh and Kasba Rajgarh):** Who may be directly or indirectly affected by the highway construction project. * **The Ministry of Road Transport and Highways:** The agency responsible for the project. * **Travellers and Transportation Companies:** Who will benefit from the improved highway infrastructure. **7. Implementation Aspects (Inferred):** * **Responsible Agency/Bodies:** * Ministry of Road Transport and Highways is ultimately responsible. * A "Competent Authority" is mentioned as having submitted a report, implying their role in the acquisition process. * **Timelines/Procedures:** * The notification is effective from the date of publication in the Official Gazette (May 9, 2025). * The vesting of land occurs upon publication. * The text implies a procedure of initial notification, objection handling, and report submission prior to this final declaration. **8. Expected Outcomes / Impact of Changes:** * **New Policy:** The likely intended outcomes of this land acquisition are: * Facilitating the construction, widening, maintenance, management, and operation of National Highway No. 709 Ext. ROB at LC A142. * Improving transportation infrastructure and connectivity in the Churu district. * Potentially stimulating economic activity in the region. * Potentially improve traffic flow and safety for commuters. **9. Conclusion:** The notification S.O. 2111(E) represents a significant step towards the development of National Highway No. 709 Ext. ROB at LC A142. By formally declaring the acquisition of the specified land, the Central Government enables the project to proceed. This action, taken under the National Highway Act, is expected to contribute to improved transportation infrastructure, regional connectivity, and potentially economic growth in the Churu district of Rajasthan. The project promises improved traffic flow and safety for commuters in the region.

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