Office of the District Magistrate & Collectorate
Land Acquisition Section Hooghly, LAHOOG
About Us
Land Acquisition is a State Government Department responsible for Acquisition of Land for different Central Government, State Government other Government Statuary Bodies and large/medium Private Enterprises requiring land for different projects like Road project of NHAI,MoRTH, Railway Project of India Railway & DFCCIL,DVC,SAIL Project.
Acquisition of land done under
- NH Act,1956
- Railway Act(Amendment),2008
- Right of Use under P&MP Act,1962
Who we are
We are a State Government Department, responble for Acquisition of Land for different Central, State Goverment other Government Statuary Bodies and large/medium Private Enterprises. We funtion under the Heirerchial Structure of the State Government Administration.
Our Structure
- SPL LAO (Special Land Acquisition Officer)
- Additional LAO(s)
- Assistant LAO(s)
- Surveyors
- UDCs
- LDCs
About Land Acquisition Functions
Land acquisition is a complex process that involves acquiring land from private owners or communities for various purposes, such as infrastructure development, urban expansion, or public projects. Here are the key steps involved in land acquisition:
- Identification and Planning
- Notification and Survey
- Social Impact Assessment (SIA)
- Negotiation and Agreement
- Land Acquisition Act and Legal Process
- Compensation and Rehabilitation
- Transfer of Ownership
- Project Implementation
The government or a private entity identifies the need for land acquisition based on development plans, infrastructure projects, or public welfare.
Detailed planning includes assessing the purpose, location, and size of the required land.
The concerned authority issues a public notice to inform landowners and stakeholders about the proposed acquisition.
Surveyors assess the land's boundaries, topography, and existing structures.
For large-scale projects, an SIA evaluates the impact of land acquisition on affected communities, livelihoods, and the environment.
Compensation and rehabilitation plans are developed based on the SIA findings.
Authorities negotiate with landowners to acquire the land voluntarily.
Compensation terms (monetary, land-for-land, or other benefits) are discussed and agreed upon.
In India, the Land Acquisition Act governs the process. Legal notices are served to landowners.
Compensation is provided to landowners based on market value, improvements made, and other factors.
Rehabilitation includes resettlement, livelihood restoration, and infrastructure development for affected families.
After compensation, ownership transfers to the acquiring authority.
Land records are updated accordingly.
The acquired land is used for the intended purpose (e.g., road construction, industrial development, etc.).