Can Cuttack authority acquire my agricultural land for metro project under Odisha law?

Acquisition of agricultural land for metro projects in Cuttack is governed by the Odisha Rent Control Act 1962 read with the central land acquisition framework. The Orissa High Court has directed Odisha to ensure fair compensation and rehabilitation for affected farmers in Cuttack. The Odisha Rent Control Act 1962 prescribes procedure for notification, objection hearing, and award in Cuttack. The Orissa High Court has quashed acquisitions where public purpose was not established in Cuttack. Landowners in Cuttack can challenge acquisition before the Orissa High Court under Article 226. The Odisha Rent Control Act 1962 provides for solatium and interest in addition to market value in Cuttack. Consent of affected families is required for PPP projects under the Odisha Rent Control Act 1962.