November 2, 2026

Section 20B – Power to Enter for Survey, etc. – The Railways Act, 1989

20B. Power to enter for survey, etc.

On the issue of a notification under sub-section (1) of section 20A, it shall be lawful for any person, authorised by the competent authority in this behalf, to—

  • (a) make any inspection, survey, measurement, valuation or enquiry;
  • (b) take levels;
  • (c) dig or bore into sub-soil;
  • (d) set out boundaries and intended lines of work;
  • (e) mark such levels, boundaries and lines placing marks and cutting trenches; or
  • (f) do such other acts or things as may be considered necessary by the competent authority.