Section 11 of LARR Act, 2013 : Section 11: Publication Of Preliminary Notification And Power Of Officers Thereupon

Explanation using Example

Example Application of Section 11

Imagine the government plans to build a new highway that will pass through the outskirts of a city, affecting several rural and urban properties. To initiate the process, the government follows the steps outlined in Section 11 of The Right to Fair Compensation and Transparency in Land Acquisition, Rehabilitation and Resettlement Act, 2013:

1. The government publishes a preliminary notification in the Official Gazette, two local newspapers (one in the regional language), and on their website.
2. The notification is also displayed at the local Panchayat office, the Municipality or Municipal Corporation office, the District Collector's office, the Sub-divisional Magistrate's office, and the Tehsil office.
3. The Gram Sabha or municipal body is called for a special meeting to inform the residents about the land acquisition details.
4. The notification includes a summary of the Social Impact Assessment Report and information about the appointed Administrator for rehabilitation and resettlement.
5. From the date of the notification's publication, no transactions or encumbrances on the notified land are permitted until the acquisition process is complete, unless the Collector grants an exemption in special circumstances.
6. The Collector is required to update the land records within two months following the notification.

In this scenario, the government ensures transparency and compliance with legal requirements for the acquisition of land for the highway, while also preparing for the rehabilitation and resettlement of affected persons.