Land Acquisition Branch

The Land Acquisition Branch at the district level is primarily responsible for managing all matters related to the acquisition of land for public purposes or development projects. It functions under the Revenue Department and in coordination with other departments such as Public Works, Irrigation, or Urban Development.

Key Functions:

1. Processing Land Acquisition Proposals: Evaluates requests from government departments or agencies for acquiring private land for infrastructure projects (e.g., roads, railways, schools).
2. Issuing Notifications: Publishes notifications under relevant laws (e.g., Right to Fair Compensation and Transparency in Land Acquisition, Rehabilitation and Resettlement Act, 2013 in India) such as Section 11 (preliminary notification) and Section 19 (declaration of acquisition).
3. Conducting Surveys and Inspections: Carries out physical inspections, surveys, and verification of land and ownership records.
4. Determining Compensation: Assesses and calculates compensation payable to landowners based on market value, assets on land, and other factors.
5. Disbursing Compensation: Ensures timely and fair payment to landowners and handles related grievances.
6. Rehabilitation and Resettlement (if applicable): Implements resettlement measures for displaced families as per legal provisions.
7. Maintaining Records: Keeps detailed records of all acquisition proceedings, compensation disbursed, and land taken over.
8. Legal Matters: Handles litigation, objections, and appeals related to land acquisition.