Section 41. Combination of schemes

Any number of areas in respect of which schemes have been or are proposed to be framed may, at any time, be included in one combined scheme. 41A. Provision for previously sanctioned scheme. - Notwithstanding anything contained in this Chapter, all improvement and development schemes falling within the purview of this Act, framed by a former Trust or otherwise and sanctioned by the State Government in relation to any area within the State prior to the establishment of an Improvement Trust under this Act for that area, shall be deemed to be the schemes duly sanctioned and notified under and in accordance with the provisions of this Chapter.