G.O. Ms. No. 46, Acquisition of Lands, 2011
The Tamil Nadu Energy Department issued G.O. Ms. No. 46, Energy (C1), dated 22nd June 2011, declaring that 45.86.98 hectares in Ettayapuram Village, Thoothukkudi District, are required for a 765/400 KV Sub-station. The notification authorises acquisition under the Land Acquisition Act, 1894, appoints the Revenue Divisional Officer, Kovilpatti to carry out the Collector's functions, and permits possession after the specified notice period.
What the notification does
The Tamil Nadu Energy Department's G.O. Ms. No. 46, Energy (C1), dated 22nd June 2011, declares that four parcels measuring a total of 45.86.98 hectares are needed for a public purpose. The stated purpose is the formation of a 765/400 KV Sub-station in Ettayapuram Village, Ettayapuram Taluk, Thoothukkudi District.
The declaration was issued under Section 6 of the Land Acquisition Act, 1894. The Government of Tamil Nadu states that the full compensation awarded for the lands will be paid from public revenue.
Land covered
The schedule identifies the following government dry lands in Ettayapuram Village:
- Survey No. 606/2A1, measuring 06.15.26 hectares.
- Survey No. 606/2B1, measuring 13.04.33 hectares.
- Survey No. 606/2C1, measuring 13.25.98 hectares.
- Survey No. 606/2D1, measuring 13.41.41 hectares.
The schedule gives the boundaries of each parcel. The listed lands belong to R. Ramesh, son of V. G. Rajagopal, and R. Rajan, son of K. Ramasamy. The Joint Commissioner (Land Reforms), Tirunelveli, is identified as an interested person.
Acquisition authority and possession
The Tamil Nadu Energy Department's notification appoints the Revenue Divisional Officer, Kovilpatti to perform the functions of the Collector under the Land Acquisition Act, 1894. The officer is directed to proceed with acquisition under the provisions identified in the notification.
The Governor of Tamil Nadu further directs that possession of the land may be taken after 15 days from the publication date of the notice mentioned in Section 9(1) of the Act.
Who may be affected
The acquisition directly affects the persons named in the schedule and anyone with an interest in Survey Nos. 606/2A1, 606/2B1, 606/2C1 or 606/2D1. Buyers, owners and professionals dealing with these survey numbers should note that the lands were formally declared necessary for the Sub-station project.
Where to inspect the plan
A plan of the lands is kept at the office of the Revenue Divisional Officer, Kovilpatti. The notification states that it may be inspected during office hours.
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Common questions
Which lands are covered by the acquisition notification?
The notification covers Survey Nos. 606/2A1, 606/2B1, 606/2C1 and 606/2D1 in Ettayapuram Village, Ettayapuram Taluk, Thoothukkudi District, measuring 45.86.98 hectares in total.
Why is the land being acquired?
The stated public purpose is the formation of a 765/400 KV Sub-station in Ettayapuram Village.
Who is responsible for carrying out the acquisition?
The Revenue Divisional Officer, Kovilpatti is appointed to perform the functions of the Collector for the acquisition.
Can I inspect the plan showing the affected lands?
Yes. The plan is kept at the office of the Revenue Divisional Officer, Kovilpatti and may be inspected during office hours.
