The Ambaji Area Development and Pilgrimage Tourism Governance Act, 2020.

gujarat · 2020

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S. 1(1) This Act may be called the Ambaji Area Development and Pilgrimage Tourism Governance Act, 2020
S. 2Section 2 defines key terms used in the Act, including "Ambaji Area Development and Pilgrimage Tourism Governance Authority," "amenities," and "developer."
S. 3Section 3 allows the State Government to declare and manage a Pilgrimage Tourism development area around Maa Ambaji Temple.
S. 4Section 4 establishes the Ambaji Pilgrimage Tourism Authority to oversee development and governance of the designated pilgrimage tourism area.
S. 5Section 5 outlines the terms, conditions, and removal procedures for members of the Ambaji Pilgrimage Tourism Authority.
S. 6Section 6 outlines the meeting frequency and procedural rules for the Ambaji Pilgrimage Tourism Authority.
S. 7Section 7 allows the Ambaji Authority to form up to six-member committees to manage its functions.
S. 8Section 8 ensures that the Ambaji Pilgrimage Tourism Authority's actions remain valid despite vacancies, constitutional defects, or procedural irregularities.
S. 9Section 9 outlines the powers and functions of the Ambaji Pilgrimage Tourism Authority to develop and manage tourism infrastructure and services.
S. 10Section 10 integrates Gujarat's Town Planning Act for development plans under the Ambaji Area Development Act, designating the Ambaji Authority as the "Appropriate Authority."
S. 11Section 11 prohibits development in the Ambaji Pilgrimage Tourism area without written permission from the Authority, except for specific ongoing state works or minor interior building alterations.
S. 12Section 12 requires non-government entities to apply to the Ambaji Authority for development permits in pilgrimage tourism areas.
S. 13Section 13 requires non-government entities to apply for permission to retain non-conforming uses in the Ambaji pilgrimage area before a final development plan takes effect.
S. 14Section 14 outlines the process for granting or refusing tourism development permissions by the Ambaji Pilgrimage Tourism Authority.
S. 15Section 15 empowers the Ambaji Pilgrimage Tourism Authority to halt and rectify unauthorized development in the pilgrimage area.
S. 16Section 16 allows landowners to request the Ambaji Pilgrimage Tourism Authority to purchase their land if permission for its use is refused or granted with conditions rendering it unusable.
S. 17Section 17 allows the Ambaji Pilgrimage Tourism Authority to extend tourism permissions for up to three years in total.
S. 18Section 18 allows the Ambaji Pilgrimage Tourism Authority to revoke or modify development permissions and provides compensation for affected owners.
S. 19Section 19 penalizes unauthorized or non-compliant development and continued use of land or buildings in the Ambaji area.
S. 20Section 20 empowers the Ambaji Pilgrimage Tourism Authority to require unauthorized development or use removal within three years.
S. 21Section 21 allows the Ambaji Pilgrimage Tourism Authority to order removal of unauthorized temporary developments and directs police for enforcement if not complied with.
S. 22Section 22 states that expenses by the Ambaji Authority for pilgrimage tourism are due from defaulters or property owners.
S. 23Section 23 mandates government departments to notify the Ambaji Authority of planned developments, with the Authority able to object and the State Government making final approval decisions.
S. 24Section 24 mandates District Police to assist in enforcing the Act by protecting public property, investigating revenue leakages, and preventing offenses.
S. 25Section 25 allows the State Government to appoint an officer as a Prescribed Authority for pilgrimage tourism development.
S. 26Section 26 prohibits any nuisance within the Pilgrimage Tourism development area, overriding other laws.
S. 27Section 27 empowers the Prescribed Authority to prohibit nuisances that harm pilgrimage tourism in the Ambaji area and mandates penalties for non-compliance.
S. 28Section 28 prohibits touting, malpractice, begging, and unauthorized hawking in pilgrimage tourism areas and imposes penalties for violations.
S. 29Section 29 regulates tourism trade in the Ambaji Pilgrimage area through registration, recognition, and grading by the Ambaji Authority.
S. 30Section 30 authorizes the Ambaji Pilgrimage Tourism Authority to appoint, license, and regulate tourist guides in the Pilgrimage Tourism development area.
S. 31The Act allows the State Government to declare the Pilgrimage Tourism development area as a notified industrial township, applying relevant municipal provisions.
S. 32(1) The Ambaji Pilgrimage Tourism Authority shall establish a fund to be called the “Ambaji Pilgrimage Tourism Authori
S. 33Section 33 allows the Ambaji Pilgrimage Tourism Authority to borrow funds approved by the State Government for the Act's objectives.
S. 34Section 34 ensures Ambaji Pilgrimage Tourism Authority's dues are first charge on plots, with authority to sell defaulter's goods.
S. 35Section mandates the Ambaji Pilgrimage Tourism Authority to maintain and submit annual financial statements to the State Government, subject to annual audit by the State's Accountant General.
S. 36Section 36 mandates the Ambaji Authority to submit annual reports to the State Government, which must then present them to the State Legislature.
S. 37Section 37 mandates the Ambaji Pilgrimage Tourism Authority to offer EPF benefits to its employees as per existing law.
S. 38Section 38 prohibits claims over acquired pilgrimage tourism lands and allows the State Government to remove occupants.
S. 39Section 39 requires individuals engaged in pilgrimage tourism to register with the Ambaji Authority and mandates the Authority to maintain registration records.
S. 40Section 40 allows the State Government to appoint its employees to the Ambaji Pilgrimage Tourism Authority.
S. 41Section 41 allows the State Government to assume the Ambaji Authority's powers or duties if deemed incompetent.
S. 42Section 42 authorizes authorized persons to enter land or buildings for duties, with certain notice and respect conditions, and penalizes obstruction.
S. 43Section 43 outlines the procedures for serving documents under the Act, deeming them served if sent by registered post or delivered to specified entities.
S. 44Section 44 mandates public notices under the Act to be circulated by posting and newspaper ads in affected areas.
S. 45Section 45 mandates that any notice or order under the Act must specify a reasonable time for completion if no time is fixed.
S. 46Section 46 holds company officers responsible for offenses committed by the company, with exceptions if they acted without knowledge or due diligence.
S. 47Section 47 overrides conflicting state laws for development under this Act, ensuring compliance with its own provisions.
S. 48Section 48 allows agricultural land use change in Ambaji area under Gujarat Town Planning Act, subject to State Government orders.
S. 49Section 49 deems land acquired for this Act's projects as needed for public purposes under the 2013 Land Acquisition Act.
S. 50Section 50 deems members, officers, and employees of the Ambaji Authority public servants under the Indian Penal Code.
S. 51Section 51 protects the Authority and its officials from legal actions for actions done in good faith under the Act.
S. 52Section 52 authorizes the State Government to direct the Ambaji Pilgrimage Tourism Authority and makes its decisions final in disputes.
S. 53(1) The State Government may, by notification in the Official Gazette, make rules to carry out the purposes of this Ac
S. 54Section 54 allows the Ambaji Pilgrimage Tourism Authority to create regulations to fulfill its duties under the Act.
S. 55The section allows the State Government to issue orders to address difficulties in implementing the Act, but only within two years of its commencement, and must present them to the State Legislature.
S. 56Section 56 protects actions taken in good faith by the Ambaji Area Development Authority and the State Government regarding town planning and development.
S. 19642 of 1934
S. 1976Restriction on development after publication of draft development plan