The Gujarat Highways Act, 1955

The Gujarat Highways Act, 1955

The Gujarat Highways Act of 1955 regulates the construction, maintenance, and development of all public highways within the state of Gujarat. Applying to state authorities, private landowners, and the public, this legislation governs how roads are built and managed. The law matters because it empowers government agencies to acquire land, prevent unauthorized encroachments, and establish building control lines to keep roads safe and expandable. By restricting development directly adjacent to major roads, this Act ensures smoother traffic flow, promotes organized public infrastructure development, and impacts property rights and travel safety for citizens who use or live near these major routes.

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