Date: 2016-01-22Category: Extra OrdinaryState: Union GovernmentCountry: India
Whereas by notification of Government of India in Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas, number S.O. 2049E dated 22-07-2015, 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
Executive Summary:
This notification from the Indian Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas declares the acquisition of the right of user (ROU) for land needed to lay Reliance Gas Pipelines Limited's Dahej-Nagothane Ethane pipeline. This pipeline will transport liquid Ethane from Gujarat to Maharashtra. The declaration follows consideration of public objections and a report from the Competent Authority, with the right of user vesting in Reliance Gas Pipelines Limited upon publication.
Key Points / Main Content:
* **Acquisition of Right of User (ROU):**
* The Government of India declares the acquisition of ROU for land specified in the attached schedule.
* This acquisition is for laying Reliance Gas Pipelines Limited's Dahej-Nagothane Ethane pipeline.
* **Pipeline Purpose and Route:**
* The pipeline will transport liquid Ethane from Dahej Manufacturing Division in Gujarat to Nagothane Manufacturing Division in Maharashtra.
* **Legal Basis and Process:**
* The notification is issued under Section 6(1) of the Petroleum and Minerals Pipelines (Acquisition of Right of User in Land) Act, 1962.
* The declaration follows a notification of intent, consideration of public objections, and a report from the Competent Authority.
* **Vesting of Rights:**
* The ROU in the specified land vests in Reliance Gas Pipelines Limited, free from all encumbrances, upon publication of this declaration.
* **Land Details:**
* The schedule lists specific survey numbers and areas to be acquired in Raigad district, Maharashtra.
Impact Analysis:
* **Reliance Gas Pipelines Limited:**
* Impact: Gains the right to use the specified land for laying the Dahej-Nagothane Ethane pipeline.
* Action Required: Proceed with laying the pipeline in accordance with the notification and relevant regulations.
* **Landowners/Public:**
* Impact: Loss of right to use the specified land; potential disruption during pipeline construction.
* Action Required: Adhere to restrictions on land use within the ROU; seek compensation as per the Act.
* **Government of India:**
* Impact: Facilitates infrastructure development for petroleum and natural gas transportation.
* Action Required: Ensure compliance with the Act and regulations; address any disputes or compensation claims.
Key Entities Referenced
Petroleum and Minerals Pipelines Acquisition of Right of User in Land Act, 1962: A law enacted in 1962 by the Government of India concerning the acquisition of land for petroleum and mineral pipelines.
Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas: The Government of India ministry responsible for petroleum and natural gas matters, which issued the notification.
Reliance Industries Limited: An Indian multinational conglomerate company, specifically its Dahej Manufacturing Division in Gujarat and Nagothane Manufacturing Division in Maharashtra, connected by the pipeline.
Reliance Gas Pipelines Limited: The company laying the Dahej-Nagothane Ethane pipeline for Reliance Industries Limited.
Dahej Manufacturing Division, Gujarat: A manufacturing division of Reliance Industries Limited located in Gujarat, the starting point of the ethane pipeline.
Nagothane Manufacturing Division, Maharashtra: A manufacturing division of Reliance Industries Limited located in Maharashtra, the destination point of the ethane pipeline.
Raigad, Maharashtra: District in Maharashtra where land acquisition for the pipeline is taking place.
Karjat, Raigad, Maharashtra: Taluk in Raigad district, Maharashtra where land acquisition for the pipeline is taking place.