Tamil Nadu Government Gazette Extraordinary No. 178, Part II, Section 2
The Government of Tamil Nadu, through the Industries (NLC) Department, issued G.O. Ms. No. 69, G.O. Ms. No. 70, G.O. Ms. No. 71 and G.O. Ms. No. 72, all dated 15 June 2017, to acquire specified lands for mine expansion by Neyveli Lignite Corporation India Limited. The acquisitions cover scheduled lands in Cuddalore District, including Valayamadevi Melpathy and Kathazhai villages in Bhuvanagiri Taluk.
What the notifications do
The Government of Tamil Nadu, through the Industries (NLC) Department, published four acquisition notices under the Tamil Nadu Acquisition of Land for Industrial Purposes Act, 1997. The Governor of Tamil Nadu acquires the lands listed in the schedules for industrial purposes connected with Neyveli Lignite Corporation India Limited.
The Government states that compensation for the acquired lands will be paid from funds controlled or managed by Neyveli Lignite Corporation India Limited.
Land covered
The notifications identify land by district, taluk, village, block, survey number, classification, extent, patta number and the names of owners or other interested persons.
- G.O. Ms. No. 69, Industries (NLC), dated 15 June 2017, acquires 7.71.5 hectares in Valayamadevi Melpathy Village, Bhuvanagiri Taluk, Cuddalore District, for the Second Mine Expansion Scheme. The schedule covers parts of R.S. Nos. 34, 35/2, 37 and 38.
- G.O. Ms. No. 70, Industries (NLC), dated 15 June 2017, acquires 4.13.5 hectares of wet land in Kathazhai Village, Bhuvanagiri Taluk, Cuddalore District. The listed parcels are within R.S. No. 97.
- G.O. Ms. No. 71, Industries (NLC), dated 15 June 2017, acquires 1.17.0 hectares in Valayamadevi Melpathy Village. It covers land in R.S. Nos. 80 and 81, including dry land, house-site land and wet land. The schedule also records structures, wells, pumps, trees and other features on some parcels.
- G.O. Ms. No. 72, Industries (NLC), dated 15 June 2017, acquires 3.65.0 hectares for the Mine Expansion Scheme. The supplied text does not include its full land schedule.
Who should check the schedules
Owners, occupiers, lenders and prospective buyers should compare the relevant survey number and subdivision with the schedules. Several entries name banks, a cooperative bank, minors represented by guardians and multiple family members as interested persons.
For the acquisitions under G.O. Ms. Nos. 69, 70 and 71, the land plans are available for inspection during office hours at the office of the Special Deputy Collector, Land Acquisition, Neyveli-2.
This summary is generated from the source document to help you find what is relevant. The PDF above is authoritative. For advice on your own property, use LandLens One or speak to a qualified professional.
Common questions
Does the Gazette merely propose acquisition, or does it acquire the listed land?
The notices state that the Governor of Tamil Nadu acquires the lands specified in their schedules under the Tamil Nadu Acquisition of Land for Industrial Purposes Act, 1997.
How can I check whether my land is included?
Compare the district, taluk, village, block, survey number and subdivision in your records with the schedules. For G.O. Ms. Nos. 69, 70 and 71, the plans may also be inspected during office hours at the office of the Special Deputy Collector, Land Acquisition, Neyveli-2.
Who is responsible for paying compensation for these acquisitions?
The notifications state that the entire compensation amount will be paid from funds controlled or managed by Neyveli Lignite Corporation India Limited.
Are buildings and trees included in the acquisition records?
Yes. The schedule under G.O. Ms. No. 71 records structures and features on some parcels, including houses, sheds, wells, pumps, sanitation facilities and trees.
