G.O. Ms. No. 40, Land Acquisition Notification, 2017
The Tamil Nadu Government Transport Department issued Government Order (Ms.) Number 40, Transport (1.1), dated 15 May 2017, notifying the acquisition of about 2.90.22 hectares in Saminatham Village, Ottapidaram Taluk, Thoothukudi District, for the Thoothukudi to Madurai railway line via Aruppukkottai. The acquisition covers land in the Meelavittan to Melamarudur section, and affected owners will receive notice, have an opportunity to provide an explanation, and receive compensation through the Southern Railway Divisional Engineer.
What the notification does
Government Order (Ms.) Number 40, Transport (1.1), dated 15 May 2017, was issued by the Tamil Nadu Government Transport Department under the Tamil Nadu Acquisition of Land for Industrial Purposes Act, 1997 (10/1999). It records the Tamil Nadu Government's decision to acquire land in Saminatham Village for the public purpose of constructing the Thoothukudi to Madurai railway line via Aruppukkottai, covering the Meelavittan to Melamarudur section.
The notified acquisition area totals 2.90.22 hectares, although the notification states that the final extent may be slightly more or less.
Land covered
Government Order (Ms.) Number 40 identifies 17 survey fields or subdivisions in Saminatham Village, Ottapidaram Taluk, Thoothukudi District:
- 276-3B, 276-4B and 276-5A
- 280-2B and 281-2
- 282-1C2 and 282-3B
- 286-2
- 287-1A2 and 287-2A
- 300-1B and 300-2A2
- 301-1A
- 305-1A2 and 306-2
- 307-2B and 307-3B
All listed land is classified as punsei land. The schedule gives the total area of each field, the area proposed for acquisition, and the names of persons recorded as owners or having an interest. It records no buildings or trees for the listed properties.
Process for owners and interested persons
Government Order (Ms.) Number 40 states that notices will be sent to the owners of land being acquired. Owners may provide an explanation before the acquisition proceeds.
Compensation for the acquired land will be provided through the Southern Railway Divisional Engineer. The notification does not specify the compensation amount or valuation method.
How to check whether a property is affected
Government Order (Ms.) Number 40 states that the detailed land acquisition schedule is available for inspection during office working hours at:
- The Thoothukudi District Collector's office
- The Kovilpatti Revenue Divisional Officer's office
- The Special Tahsildar (Land Acquisition, Railways) office
- The Tahsildar office at Ettayapuram
A buyer, owner or professional dealing with land in Saminatham Village should compare the property's survey number and subdivision with the notified list and inspect the official schedule where necessary.
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Common questions
Does this notification affect all land in Saminatham Village?
No. It applies to the 17 survey fields or subdivisions listed in the acquisition schedule, with a total notified acquisition area of 2.90.22 hectares.
Will a landowner be heard before the land is acquired?
Yes. The notification states that affected landowners will be sent notice and their explanation will be obtained before acquisition.
Who will provide compensation for the acquired land?
The notification states that compensation will be provided through the Southern Railway Divisional Engineer. It does not state the amount or valuation method.
Where can I inspect the complete acquisition details?
The schedule may be inspected during office working hours at the offices of the Thoothukudi District Collector, Kovilpatti Revenue Divisional Officer, Special Tahsildar (Land Acquisition, Railways), and the Tahsildar at Ettayapuram.
