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Bihar Irrigation Act, 1997

Country/Territory
India
Territorial subdivision
Bihar
Document type
Legislation
Date
1997
Source
FAO, FAOLEX
Long title
An Act to provide for and consolidate the law relating to irrigation embankment, drainage, levy and assessment of water rates, better contribution and matters related therewith.
Subject
Agricultural & rural development, Water
Keyword
Irrigation Water charges Water supply Waterworks Offences/penalties Authorization/permit Basic legislation
Geographical area
Asia, Asia and the Pacific, Indian Ocean, South Asian Seas, Southern Asia
Abstract

This Act provides the State government all rights in the water of any river, natural stream or natural drainage, channel, natural lake or other natural collection of water. The Act empowers officers appointed by the State government to carry out surveys and repairs related to irrigation works. It also details out how and when water is to be supplied for public purposes and laws related to drainage, prevention of water logging, embankment works, private irrigation works, canal navigation works, water channels created for access of water to villages, supply of water for irrigation, water rates and toll charges and offences and penalties.

Full text
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References - Legislation

Implemented by

Bihar Irrigation, Flood Management and Drainage Rules, 2003

Legislation | India | 2003

Keyword: Water supply, Waterworks, Irrigation, Offences/penalties

Source: FAO, FAOLEX