Bauridand-Ambikapur Rail Doubling: Compensation process starts for 111 land owners in MCB district
The district administration of Manendragarh-Chirmiri-Bharatpur (MCB) has started the process of distributing compensation to 111 private land owners. This is part of the Bauridand-Ambikapur rail doubling project in Chhattisgarh. The administration is currently collecting bank account details to ensure the money reaches the farmers directly.
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What are the compensation and land details?
The total award amount for the compensation was passed on May 05, 2026, amounting to 4 crore 78 lakh 47 thousand 777 rupees. A total of 6.980 hectares of land has been acquired for this project. The breakdown of the land is as follows:
| Land Type | Number of Cases | Area (Hectares) |
|---|---|---|
| Private Land | 111 Owners | 5.225 |
| Government Land | 28 Cases | 1.755 |
Which villages are affected by this project?
The rail doubling project affects 9 different villages in the region. These include Ujiyarpur, Barbaspur, Darritola, Sarola, Semra, Lai, Udalkachhar, Shankargarh, and Belbahara. The Tehsildar of Sub-Tehsil Nagpur is coordinating the data collection to speed up the payments.
How will this project benefit the region?
Official sources stated that the project will strengthen the regional rail infrastructure and create new development opportunities. Once completed, passengers will get better rail facilities and the transport of goods will become easier. The administration has asked all affected owners to submit their documents and bank details on time to avoid any payment delays.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What is the total compensation amount for the Bauridand-Ambikapur project?
The total award amount passed on May 05, 2026, is 4 crore 78 lakh 47 thousand 777 rupees for the affected land owners.
How many people will receive compensation in this project?
A total of 111 private land owners are set to receive compensation for 5.225 hectares of private land acquired for the project.