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The Manipur Water Supply Act, 1992 (Act No. 1 of 1993).

Country/Territory
India
Territorial subdivision
Manipur
Document type
Legislation
Date
1993
Source
FAO, FAOLEX
Long title
An Act to provide for regulation of water supply in the State.
Subject
Water
Keyword
Access-to-information Access-to-justice Authorization/permit Governance Inspection Offences/penalties Royalties/fees Use restrictions Water charges Water supply Waterworks
Geographical area
Asia, Asia and the Pacific, Indian Ocean, South Asian Seas, Southern Asia
Abstract

This Act regulates the water supply in the state of Manipur. It provides that the government may construct and maintain such water works as may be necessary to supply wholesome water for public, commercial and domestic purposes. The Act lays down the procedure for application for water supply, connection expenses, validity of permission and water charges. The Act prohibits any interference with demarcated waterworks including carrying on any operation of manufacture, trade or agriculture such that the water may be rendered less wholesome. The Act allows for disconnection of water supply in certain cases mentioned therein.

Full text
English
Website
www.indiacode.nic.in