Date: 2015-08-14Category: Extra OrdinaryState: Union GovernmentCountry: India
The powers conferred by sub-section (1) of Section 3A of the National Highways Act, 1956 (48 of 1956) (hereinafter referred to as the said Act), the Central Government, after being satisfied that for the public purpose, the land, the brief description of which is given in the Schedule below, is required for building (widening/sixlaning, etc.),
Executive Summary:
This notification from the Central Government declares the intention to acquire land in the Jalandhar district of Punjab for the public purpose of building, widening, maintaining, managing, and operating National Highway No. 1. The land is required for the Panipat-Jalandhar Section, specifically from Km 329.000 to Km 347.400. Interested parties have 21 days from the notification date (August 14, 2015) to object to the land use.
Key Points / Main Content:
Land Acquisition Declaration:
* The Central Government intends to acquire land in the Jalandhar district of Punjab for National Highway No. 1 improvements.
* The affected area spans from Km 329.000 to Km 347.400 of the Panipat-Jalandhar Section.
* The purpose includes building, widening (six-laning), maintenance, management, and operation.
Objection Procedure:
* Individuals with interest in the land can object to its use for the stated purpose.
* Objections must be submitted in writing to the Sub-Divisional Magistrate, Phillaur (the competent authority) within 21 days of the notification's publication (August 14, 2015).
* The objection must state the grounds for the objection.
* The competent authority will provide an opportunity for the objector to be heard, either personally or through a legal representative.
* The competent authority will either allow or disallow objections via order after hearing and inquiry.
* Orders made by the Competent Authority are final.
Land Details:
* Land plans and details are available for inspection at the office of the Competent Authority.
* The schedule provides a brief description of the land to be acquired, including village, Khasra number, type of land, and area in square meters.
Impact Analysis:
Landowners/Interested Parties:
* Impact: Land will be acquired for highway construction. They may be displaced or lose property rights.
* Action Required: File objections with the Sub-Divisional Magistrate, Phillaur, within 21 days if they oppose the acquisition.
Sub-Divisional Magistrate, Phillaur:
* Impact: Designated as the competent authority for handling objections.
* Action Required: Review and address objections, conduct hearings, and issue orders regarding land acquisition.
General Public:
* Impact: Improved highway infrastructure.
* Action Required: No specific action required.
Key Entities Referenced
National Highways Act, 1956: An Indian law regarding national highways, referenced as the legal basis for the notification.
Central Government: The governing authority issuing the notification for land acquisition.
Punjab: The State in India where the land acquisition is taking place.
Jalandhar: The district in Punjab where land is being acquired for the National Highway project.
National Highway No. 1: The specific highway for which land is being acquired for building, widening, maintenance and operation.
Panipat-Jalandhar Section: The specific section of National Highway No. 1 that is subject to the land acquisition.
Sub-Divisional Magistrate, Phillaur: The competent authority to whom objections regarding the land acquisition can be made. Phillaur is a town in Jalandhar district of Punjab.
Ministry of Road Transport and Highways: The Indian government ministry responsible for the notification.