Section 7 Notice: Objections Invited for Kurda Land Acquisition धारा 7 नोटिस: कुरदा भूमि अधिग्रहण पर आपत्तियाँ आमंत्रित ਧਾਰਾ 7 ਨੋਟਿਸ: ਕੁਰਦਾ ਜ਼ਮੀਨ ਪ੍ਰਾਪਤੀ ਲਈ ਇਤਰਾਜ਼ ਮੰਗੇ

Who is affected

This notice directly affects landowners and residents of village Kurda in SAS Nagar (Mohali). The document invokes Section 7 of the Right to Fair Compensation and Transparency in Land Acquisition, Rehabilitation and Resettlement Act, 2013, which is the stage at which affected persons may file objections to the proposed acquisition.

The acquisition is for the Aerotropolis Extension project. While the document does not specify the exact area or number of landowners affected, Section 7 notices are issued after the preliminary survey and Social Impact Assessment (SIA) report have been completed, indicating that the government has identified specific parcels in Kurda for acquisition.

Any person interested in the land — including owners, tenants, or those with other rights in the land — is entitled to file objections under this section.

Timing and deadlines

The notice is dated 05-08-2026 (as per the stamp on the document). Under Section 7 of the Act, objections must typically be filed within a reasonable period from the date of publication, though the document does not specify an explicit deadline.

Standard practice under the Act allows 30 to 60 days from the date of public notification for affected parties to submit objections. Given that this notice was issued on 05-08-2026, objections should be filed by early to mid-September 2026 at the latest, though affected parties should confirm the exact deadline with the Deputy Collector's office.

The notice instructs that copies be displayed at multiple locations simultaneously, including the SDM office, Tehsildar office, village Kurda public places, and the GMADA website, to ensure wide dissemination.

Where and how

Objections should be submitted to the Office of the Deputy Collector, Urban Development Department, PUDA Bhawan, Sector-62, SAS Nagar.

The notice will be displayed at the following locations:

1. Sub-Divisional Magistrate (SDM) office, Mohali 2. Tehsildar office, Mohali 3. Village Kurda — at prominent public places including Gurdwara Sahib, temples, mosques, community centres (ਜੋਤ ਘਰ), and the village notice board. The Sarpanch of Kurda has been instructed to ensure display at these locations. 4. GMADA website — the GM (IT), GMADA has been directed to upload the notice online. 5. Superintendent Counselling-1, Urban Development Department — for further administrative action.

Affected parties should visit any of these locations to view the full notice and obtain details on how to file objections. Written objections are typically required, along with supporting documents proving interest in the land (sale deeds, revenue records, tenancy agreements, etc.).

What you should do

If you own land or have any interest in land in village Kurda, take the following steps immediately:

1. Verify if your land is affected: Visit the Deputy Collector's office or check the GMADA website for the detailed list of survey numbers and khasra numbers included in the acquisition. The document does not reproduce this list, but it must be available for public inspection under Section 7.

2. File objections if you oppose the acquisition: Under Section 7, you have the right to object on grounds such as: - The acquisition is not for a public purpose - The Social Impact Assessment (SIA) was inadequate or incorrect - You were not properly consulted during the SIA process - The land is not suitable for acquisition (e.g., it is your primary residence, or it is fertile multi-cropped land) - The project can be executed on alternative land with less social impact

3. Gather documentation: Prepare copies of your land records (jamabandi, registry, mutation records) and any other proof of ownership or interest in the land. If you are a tenant or have cultivation rights, gather evidence of that as well.

4. Submit objections in writing: Address your objections to the Deputy Collector, Urban Development Department, PUDA Bhawan, Sector-62, SAS Nagar. Include your contact details and request a hearing if you wish to present your case in person.

5. Monitor the process: After objections are filed, the Collector is required to hold a public hearing and consider all objections before making a recommendation to the government. Stay in touch with the Deputy Collector's office for hearing dates.

Do not delay. While the document does not specify a deadline, the statutory window for objections under Section 7 is limited. Missing the deadline means you lose the right to object at this stage, though you may still be entitled to compensation later.

Background and context

The Aerotropolis Extension is part of GMADA's long-term plan to expand the Aerotropolis township beyond its original nine pockets (A-I). Village Kurda lies in the periphery of the existing Aerotropolis area, and its acquisition suggests GMADA is moving forward with the next phase of development.

Section 7 of the Right to Fair Compensation and Transparency in Land Acquisition Act, 2013 is a critical safeguard in the acquisition process. It comes after: - Section 4: Preliminary notification and Social Impact Assessment (SIA) - Section 5: SIA report and its evaluation by an Expert Group - Section 6: Approval of the SIA report by the government

At the Section 7 stage, the government has decided in principle to proceed with the acquisition, but affected parties have one last opportunity to object before the formal declaration under Section 9 (which makes the acquisition nearly irreversible).

The notice references the Act's full title: The Right to Fair Compensation and Transparency in Land Acquisition, Rehabilitation and Resettlement Act, 2013. This Act replaced the older Land Acquisition Act of 1894 and introduced stronger protections for landowners, including mandatory SIA, consent requirements (for private projects), and higher compensation.

For Aerotropolis investors and LOI holders, this notice is significant because it confirms that GMADA is actively expanding the land bank for the township. However, the acquisition process under the 2013 Act is lengthy — typically 2-3 years from Section 4 to final possession — so any new plots carved out of Kurda land are unlikely to be auctioned before 2028-29.

Risks and uncertainties

Several aspects of this notice are unclear or require further investigation:

1. No explicit deadline: The document does not state the last date for filing objections. Affected parties must contact the Deputy Collector's office to confirm the deadline. Assuming a 30-60 day window from 05-08-2026, the deadline is likely in early to mid-September 2026, but this is not guaranteed.

2. No area or compensation details: The notice does not specify how much land is being acquired in Kurda, which survey numbers are affected, or what compensation rates will apply. This information should be available at the Deputy Collector's office, but its absence from the public notice makes it difficult for landowners to assess the impact without visiting the office.

3. Aerotropolis Extension scope: The document does not clarify whether this acquisition is for residential plots, commercial development, infrastructure (roads, utilities), or a mix. The term "Aerotropolis Extension" is used, but no master plan or layout is referenced. Investors should not assume that all acquired land will be converted into auctionable plots — some may be reserved for roads, green belts, or public facilities.

4. Potential for delays: Land acquisition under the 2013 Act is often delayed by objections, litigation, and compensation disputes. Even if the acquisition proceeds smoothly, it will be several years before the land is developed and plots are ready for auction.

5. Impact on existing Aerotropolis pockets: If GMADA is acquiring land for an extension, it may indicate that the existing nine pockets (A-I) are nearing full development or that demand has exceeded supply. However, this is speculative — the document does not provide such context.

Affected landowners should seek legal advice before filing objections. The 2013 Act provides strong grounds for objection, but the process is technical and requires careful documentation.