Govt may return land acquired for national highway if not used for 5 years

Sunday, 16 March 2025
Land acquired for highway development will be returned to original owners if unused for five years, and objections to compensation are limited to three months post-announcement. The amendments to the National Highways Act aim to speed up land acquisition and reduce disputes, with a focus on transparency.

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Govt may return land acquired for national highway if not used for 5 years

Land acquired for highway development will be returned to original owners if unused for five years, and objections to compensation are limited to three months...
IndiaTimes on March 16, 2025