South Coast Railway Publication of Notification under section 37A of Railways Act, 1989 Acquisition of land for Construction of Nagarur TSS in Raichur (RC) Guntakal (GTL) section
Issued by Ministry of Railways · Construction organization
Read or download the official PDF of this gazette notification issued by the Ministry of Railways on 20th August 2026. Classified under Extra Ordinary.
Executive Summary & Key Takeaways
Executive Summary The Ministry of Railways has notified the construction of the Nagarur Traction Sub-Station (TSS) as a "Special Railway Project" under the Railways Act, 1989, effective August 20, 2026. The project involves upgrading the electric traction system in the Raichur (RC) - Guntakal (GTL) section from 1x25kV to 2x25KV to meet a 3000 MT loading target. This notification facilitates the acquisition of land in the Kurnool district of Andhra Pradesh for the purpose of providing national infrastructure.
Key Points / Main Content
Legal Classification
- The project is officially designated as a "Special Railway Project" under Section 2, clause (37A) of the Railways Act, 1989.
- The notification is issued for a public purpose to provide essential national infrastructure.
Technical Upgrades
- The primary objective is the up-gradation of the Electric Traction System from its current 1x25kV capacity to a 2x25KV system.
- The upgrade is specifically designed to achieve a freight loading target of 3000 MT.
Project Location and Scope
- The construction will take place at the Nagarur TSS within the Raichur (RC) - Guntakal (GTL) section.
- The affected geographical area is located in the Kurnool District of Andhra Pradesh.
Administrative Details
- The notification is issued by the South Coast Railway under the Ministry of Railways.
- The provisions take effect from the date of publication in the Official Gazette (August 20, 2026).
Impact Analysis
Ministry of Railways (South Coast Railway) Impact The Ministry gains the legal authority to classify the project as a "Special Railway Project," streamlining the process for infrastructure development and land acquisition. Action Required The Ministry must proceed with the construction of the Nagarur TSS and the technical upgrade of the traction system in the specified section.
Landowners in Kurnool District, Andhra Pradesh Impact Property owners within the project's scope are subject to land acquisition by the Central Government for national infrastructure purposes. Action Required Affected parties must comply with the land acquisition processes initiated following this official notification.
Controller of Publications / Government Press Impact Responsible for the formal dissemination of the notification to the public. Action Required Ensure the publication and availability of the Gazette notification (S.O. 4604(E)) for public record.