Ministry : Ministry of Railways (North Western Railway)

Part II-Section 3-Sub-Section (ii)

Subject : Extra Ordinary

Overview [Railways (Amendment) Act Notification - Upgradation of Electric Traction System]

This gazette notification issues authority to designated officers for a major railway infrastructure project, specifically the electrification system upgrade from 1X25 KV to 2X25 KV across key routes in Rajasthan and Haryana.

Key Points

• Authorization: Empowers specific officers as "Competent Authority" under the Railways (Amendment) Act, 2008, clause (7A) section 2.
• Project Scope: Covers the upgradation of electric traction systems for the Rewari-Alwar-Bandikui-Jaipur-Falna-Palanpur, Ajmer-Chittorgarh-Udaipur, and Rewari-Ringas-Phulera sections.
• Public Purpose: Grants authority for land acquisition in Haryana sub-divisions/districts for the "public purpose" of execution, maintenance, management, and operation of this Special Railway Project.
• Official Details: Notification number S.O. 2205(E), dated May 5, 2026, issued by the Ministry of Railways, North Western Railway (Construction Organization).

Summary

This gazette notification authorizes designated revenue officers in Rewari, Alwar, and other specified districts in Haryana to act as the Competent Authority for acquiring land necessary for a major railway electrification project. The project upgrades the traction system from 1X25 KV to 2X25 KV on several key rail routes in Rajasthan and Haryana, officially designated as a Special Railway Project for public purpose execution and maintenance.