Preliminary investigations.

Subject to the provisions of this Act and of section 4 of the Land Acquisition Act, 1894, the Central Government may accord sanction to the promoter to make such surveys, as may be necessary, and require him to submit such detailed estimates, plans, sections, specifications and such further information as it may deem necessary for the full consideration of the proposal. The promoter shall not in any event be entitled to claim any compensation from the Government for any expense incurred under this section.