The notification declares the Central Government's intention to acquire the right of user in land for laying a natural gas pipeline by Oil and Natural Gas Corporation Ltd (ONGC).
This pipeline is part of the Southern Cauvery Asset Pipelines Network and is considered necessary in the public interest.
The land in question is located in the Thiruvarur District of Tamil Nadu, as detailed in the attached schedule.
Key Changes
The notification is issued under sub-section (1) of section 3 of the Petroleum and Minerals Pipelines (Acquisition of Right of User in Land) Act, 1962 (50 of 1962).
It specifies the survey numbers and areas (in Hectare and Sq.m) of the land to be acquired across various villages and taluks within the Thiruvarur District.
Interested parties have 21 days from the date the gazette is available to the public to raise objections in writing to the Competent Authority, Southern Cauvery Asset Pipeline, Oil and Natural Gas Corporation Ltd, Plot No.2, Balaji Nagar, Keelkavathukudi, Senthamangalam ,Thiruvarur-610 001,Tamil Nadu.
Impact Analysis
Landowners/Farmers
Action Items: Landowners should seek legal counsel to understand their rights and options.
Oil and Natural Gas Corporation Ltd (ONGC)
Action Items: ONGC needs to ensure compliance with all environmental and safety regulations during the pipeline laying process.
General Public
Action Items: The general public should be informed about the project's progress and any potential disruptions.
Government
Action Items: The government must oversee the project to ensure compliance with regulations and minimize environmental impact.
Key Entities Referenced
Central Government: The authority issuing the notification and responsible for acquiring the right of user in the land.
Oil and Natural Gas Corporation Ltd (ONGC): The company responsible for laying the Southern Cauvery Asset Pipelines Network.
Petroleum and Minerals Pipelines (Acquisition of Right of User in Land) Act, 1962: The Act under which the notification is issued, providing the legal framework for acquiring land for petroleum and mineral pipelines.
Competent Authority, Southern Cauvery Asset Pipeline, Oil and Natural Gas Corporation Ltd: The authority to whom objections regarding the land acquisition should be addressed. Located at Plot No.2, Balaji Nagar, Keelkavathukudi, Senthamangalam ,Thiruvarur-610 001,Tamil Nadu.
Thiruvarur District, Tamil Nadu: The geographical location where the land acquisition is taking place.