SC Railway Publication of Notification under section 37A of Railways Act, 1989 Acquisition of land for 3rd and 4th lines between Yadadri and Kazipet stations including provision for 4th line between Ghatkesar and Yadadri Stations the State of Telangana

**Executive Summary** This document from the Gazette of India, published on January 13, 2026, officially designates the construction of the "3rd and 4th lines between Yadadri - Kazipet stations (77.96 Km) including provision for 4th line between Ghatkesar - Yadadri Stations (32.45 Km)" as a special railway project. This designation, effective from the date of publication, facilitates land acquisition for the project in Telangana to provide national infrastructure. The notification is issued by the Ministry of Railways. **Key Points / Main Content** * **Project Designation:** The "3rd and 4th lines between Yadadri - Kazipet stations (77.96 Km) including provision for 4th line between Ghatkesar - Yadadri Stations (32.45 Km)" are designated as a special railway project. * **Legal Basis:** The designation is made under the powers conferred by clause (37A) of Section 2 of the Railways Act, 1989. * **Purpose:** The project aims to provide national infrastructure for a public purpose. * **Location:** The project will be located in the State of Telangana, specifically in the Districts of Medchal Malkajgiri, Yadadri Bhuvanagiri, Jangaon, and Warangal Urban. * **Effective Date:** The designation is effective from the date of publication of the notification in the Official Gazette (January 13, 2026). **Impact Analysis** **Stakeholder: Central Government** * **Impact**: Exercise of powers under the Railways Act, 1989 to designate the railway project. * **Action Required**: None explicitly stated in the document. **Stakeholder: Ministry of Railways (South Central Railway)** * **Impact**: Responsible for the project's execution in the designated region. * **Action Required**: Coordinate and oversee the land acquisition and project implementation in the specified districts of Telangana. **Stakeholder: Telangana State Government (Medchal Malkajgiri, Yadadri Bhuvanagiri, Jangaon, and Warangal Urban districts)** * **Impact**: Land acquisition for the railway project will occur within these districts. * **Action Required**: Facilitate the land acquisition process for the railway project as required. **Stakeholder: Citizens and Businesses in Medchal Malkajgiri, Yadadri Bhuvanagiri, Jangaon, and Warangal Urban districts** * **Impact**: Land may be acquired for the project, potentially impacting property ownership and/or access to certain areas. * **Action Required**: Stay informed about the project's progress and any potential impacts on their property or businesses, and engage with the relevant authorities as needed during the land acquisition process.

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