The procedure for emergency acquisition under the Land Revenue Act is as follows:
Preliminary Steps
1. Notification: The acquiring authority issues a notification indicating the emergency situation and the need for immediate acquisition of land.
2. Land Identification: The acquiring authority identifies the land required for the emergency response.
3. Preliminary Survey: A preliminary survey is conducted to determine the boundaries and extent of the land.
Emergency Acquisition Process
1. Emergency Acquisition Order: The acquiring authority issues an emergency acquisition order, specifying the land to be acquired and the purpose of the acquisition.
2. Service of Notice: The acquiring authority serves a notice on the landowner, informing them of the emergency acquisition.
3. Taking Possession: The acquiring authority takes possession of the land, and the landowner is required to hand over the land.
Compensation and Rehabilitation
1. Determination of Compensation: The acquiring authority determines the compensation payable to the landowner, based on the market value of the land.
2. Payment of Compensation: The acquiring authority pays the compensation to the landowner.
3. Rehabilitation: The acquiring authority provides rehabilitation assistance to the landowner, if necessary.
Post-Acquisition Steps
1. Utilization of Land: The acquiring authority utilizes the acquired land for the specified emergency purpose.
2. Return of Land: After the emergency has passed, the acquiring authority returns the land to the landowner, if possible.
Additional Provisions
1. Appeals: Landowners can appeal against the emergency acquisition order to the relevant appellate authority.
2. Review: The acquiring authority can review the emergency acquisition order and make necessary amendments.
3. Extension: The emergency acquisition period can be extended, if necessary, with the approval of the relevant authorities.