SC Railway Publication of Notification under section 7A of Railway Act 1989 Acquisition of land for 3rd and 4th lines between Renigunta and Guntakal stations in Anantapuramu District in the State of Andhra Pradesh.

**Executive Summary** This notification, issued by the Ministry of Railways on May 11, 2026, appoints a Competent Authority for the "3rd and 4th lines" special railway project between Renigunta and Guntakal stations. Exercising powers under the Railways Act, 1989, the Central Government authorizes the designated official to oversee project execution, maintenance, and operation in Andhra Pradesh. The authorization takes effect immediately from the date of publication in the Official Gazette. **Key Points / Main Content** **Project Specifications** * The special railway project consists of the construction and management of the 3rd and 4th lines between Renigunta and Guntakal stations. * The project covers a total distance of 307.97 kilometers. * The geographical scope of this specific authorization is limited to the Anantapuramu district in the state of Andhra Pradesh. **Legal and Administrative Provisions** * The authorization is granted under the powers conferred by Clause (7A) of Section 2 of the Railways Act, 1989. * The Joint Collector of Anantapuramu is officially designated as the Competent Authority for this project. * The Competent Authority is empowered to perform all functions related to the execution, maintenance, management, and operation of the specified railway lines. **Effective Date** * The notification was issued in Secunderabad on May 7, 2026. * The provisions and the authority of the appointed officer become effective upon the publication date in the Official Gazette, which is May 11, 2026. **Impact Analysis** **The Joint Collector, Anantapuramu** **Impact** This official is legally empowered and designated as the Competent Authority for the 307.97 km railway project within their jurisdiction. **Action Required** The Joint Collector must assume responsibility for the execution, maintenance, management, and operation of the 3rd and 4th railway lines between Renigunta and Guntakal stations. **Ministry of Railways (South Central Railway)** **Impact** The Ministry establishes the necessary legal administrative framework to proceed with the technical and operational phases of the special railway project. **Action Required** The Ministry, through the Chief Engineer/Con-I, must ensure the project aligns with the authorized functions of the Competent Authority as per the Railways Act, 1989.

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