NAMSAI, Mar 15: Eying on enhancing coordination linking district administrations and NHIDCL (National Highways & Infrastructure Development Corporation Limited) to pave the way for well-timed execution of National Highway projects in the State, a two-day training programme on the implementation of the National Highways Act, 1956 and hands-on training on the Bhoomi Rashi Portal, organized by the NHIDCL, was successfully conducted here on March 12 and 13.
Deputy Commissioners and District Revenue officials from seven districts of Arunachal Pradesh, along with NHIDCL field engineers and project staff, participated in the training programme, which aimed to strengthen understanding of the provisions of the National Highways Act, particularly procedures related to land acquisition, statutory notifications, compensation determination and disbursement, and coordination between district administrations and implementing agencies.
Officials from NHIDCL Headquarters and the Ministry of Road Transport and Highways conducted technical sessions and interactive discussions on statutory provisions, procedural requirements, and practical challenges faced during land acquisition for highway projects.
A dedicated session on the Bhoomi Rashi Portal demonstrated the online process for submission and processing of land acquisition proposals, workflow management, documentation requirements, and monitoring of various stages through the digital platform to improve transparency and efficiency.
Participants actively engaged in discussions, shared field experiences, and clarified operational issues related to both the Act and the portal.
The programme concluded with a review of key takeaways and an emphasis on strengthening coordination between district administrations and NHIDCL to facilitate the timely implementation of National Highway projects in Arunachal Pradesh.