Can Guwahati authority acquire my agricultural land for metro project under Assam law?

Acquisition of agricultural land for metro projects in Guwahati is governed by the Assam Rent Control Act 1972 read with the central land acquisition framework. The Gauhati High Court has directed Assam to ensure fair compensation and rehabilitation for affected farmers in Guwahati. The Assam Rent Control Act 1972 prescribes procedure for notification, objection hearing, and award in Guwahati. The Gauhati High Court has quashed acquisitions where public purpose was not established in Guwahati. Landowners in Guwahati can challenge acquisition before the Gauhati High Court under Article 226. The Assam Rent Control Act 1972 provides for solatium and interest in addition to market value in Guwahati. Consent of affected families is required for PPP projects under the Assam Rent Control Act 1972.