Delhi Police Act, 1978 Complete Act - Bare Act

27th August, 1978

An Act to amend and consolidate the law relating to the regulation of the police in the Union Territory of Delhi. BE it enacted by Parliament in the Twenty-ninth year of the Republic of India as follows

(1) This Act may be called the Delhi Police Act, 1978.

(2) It extends to the whole of the Union Territory of Delhi.

(3) It shall be deemed to have come into force on the 1st day of July, 1978.

In this Act, unless the context otherwise requires,

(a) "Administrator" means the Administrator of Delhi appointed under article 239 of the Constitution :

(b) "cattle" includes elephants, camels, horses, asses, mules, sheep, goats and swine;

(c) "competent authority", when used with reference to the exercise of any power or discharge of any duty under the provisions of this Act, means the Commissioner of Police appointed under section 6 or any other police officer specially empowered in that behalf by the Central Government;

(d) "constable" means a police officer of the lowest grade;

(e) "corporation" means the Municipal Corporation of Delhi constituted under the Delhi Municipal Corporation Act, 1957;

(f) "Delhi" means the Union Territory of Delhi;

(g) "Delhi Police" or "police force" means the police force referred to in Section 3 and includes

(i) all persons appointed as special police officers under sub-section (1) of section 17 and additional police officers appointed under section 18; and

(ii) all other persons, by whatever name known, who exercise any police function in any part of Delhi;

(h) "eating house" means any place to which the public are admitted and where any kind of food or drink is supplied for consumption on the premises by any person owning, or having any interest in, or managing such place and includes

(i) a refreshment room, boarding house or coffee house, or

(ii) a shop where any kind of food or drink is supplied to the public for consumption in or near such shop; but does not include a place of public entertainment :

(i) "municipality" means the New Delhi Municipal Committee, the Cantonment Board or any other municipal body, other than the Corporation, established by or under any law for the time being in force in or in any part of Delhi;

(j) "place" includes-

(i) any building, tent, booth or other erection, whether permanent or temporary; and

(ii) any area, whether enclosed or open:

(k) "place of public amusement" means any place where music, singing, dancing or game or any other amusement, diversion, or recreation or the means of carrying on the same is provided, to which the public are admitted either on payment of money, or with the intention that money may be collected from those admitted and includes a race course circus, theatre, music hall, billiard or bagatelle room, gymnasium, fencing school, swimming pool or dancing hall;

(l) "place of public entertainment" means a lodging house, boarding and lodging house or residential hostel and includes any eating house or other place in which any kind of liquor or intoxicating drug is supplied (such as a tavern or a shop where beer, spirit, arrack, toddy, ganja, bhang or opium is supplied) to the public for consumption in or near such place;

(m) "police officer" means any member of the Delhi Police;

(n) "Prescribed" means prescribed by rules;

(o) "public place" means any place to which the public have access, whether as of right or not, and includes

(i) a public building and monument and precincts thereof; and

(ii) any place accessible to the public for drawing water, washing or bathing or for purposes of recreation;

(p) "regulations" means regulations made under this Act;

(q) "rules" means rules made under this Act;

(r) "street" includes any highway, bridge, way over a causeway, viaduct or arch or any road, lane, footway, square, court, alley or passage accessible to the public, whether or not it is a thoroughfare;

(s) "Subordinate ranks" means members of the police force of and below the rank of the Inspector;

(t) "vehicle" means any carriage, cart, van, dray, truck, handcart or other conveyance of any description and includes a bicycle, tricycle, a rickshaw, a motor vehicle, a vessel or an aeroplane.

There shall be one police force for the whole of Delhi and all officers and subordinate ranks of the police force shall be liable for posting to any branch of the force including the Delhi Armed Police.

The superintendence of the Delhi police throughout Delhi shall vest in, and be exercisable by the Administrator and any control, direction or supervision exercisable by any officer over any member of the police force shall be exercisable subject to such superintendence.

Subject to the provisions of this Act.

(a) the Delhi police shall consist of such number in the several ranks and have such organisation and such powers, functions and duties as the Administrator may, by general or special order, determine; and

(b) the recruitment to, and the pay, allowances and all other conditions of service of the members of, the Delhi police shall be such as may be prescribed:

Provided that nothing in clause (b) shall apply to the recruitment to, and the pay, allowances and other conditions of service of the members of the Indian Police Service or the Delhi, Andaman and Nicobar Island Police Service.

For the direction and supervision of the police force in Delhi, the Administrator shall appoint a Commissioner of Police who shall exercise and perform such powers and duties and perform such functions as are specified by or under this Act.

(1) The Administrator may appoint one or more Additional Commissioner of Police for the purposes of this Act.

(2) The Additional Commissioner of Police shall

(a) assist the Commissioner of Police in the exercise of his powers and the performance of his duties in such manner and to such extent, and

(b) exercise such powers and perform such duties of the Commissioner of Police and within such local limits, as the Administrator may, by general or special order, specify.

(1) The Administrator may appoint one or more Deputy Commissioners of Police or Additional Deputy Commissioners of Police or Assistant Commissioners of Police for the purposes of this Act.

(2) Without prejudiee to the other provisions of this Act and subject to any general or special orders made by the Administrator in this behalf, every Deputy Commissioner of Police or Additional Deputy Commissioner of Police or Assistant Commissioner of Police shall, under the orders of the Commissioner of Police, exercise such of the powers (except the power to make relations) and perform such of the duties of the Commissioner of Police and within such local limits as may be specified in such orders.

(1)

(a) The Administrator shall appoint a police officer not below the rank of a Deputy Commissioner of Police to be the Principal of the Police Training School for Delhi.

(b) The Commissioner of Police may by general or special order assign to the Principal of the Police Training School such powers and duties as he may deem fit for the proper functioning of that School.

(2)

(a) The Administrator may establish a Police Training College for Delhi and appoint a police officer of appropriate rank to be the Principal of such College.

(b) The Commissioner of Police may, by general or special order, assign to the Principal of the Police Training College such powers and duties as he may deem fit for the proper administration of that College.

Subject to the control of the Administrator, the Commissioner of Police shall

(a) constitute police districts within Delhi;

(b) divide such police districts into police sub-divisions and specify the police stations comprised in each sub-division; and

(c) define the limits and extent of such police districts, police sub-divisions and police stations.

(1) Each police district shall be under the charge of a Deputy Commissioner of Police who may be assisted in the discharge of his duties by one or more Additional Deputy Commissioners of Police.

(2) Each police sub-division shall be under the charge of an Assistant Commissioner of Police and each police station shall be under the charge of an Inspector of Police.

Subject to such general or special orders in writing as the Administrator may make in this behalf,

(a) Inspectors of Police may be appointed by the Additional Commissioner of Police; and

(b) Sub-Inspectors of Police and other officers of subordinate rank may be appointed by the Deputy Commissioners of Police, Additional Deputy Commissioner of Police, Principal of the Police Training College or of the Police Training School, or any other officer of equivalent rank.

(1) Every police officer of the rank of Inspector and below shall on enrolment receive a certificate of appointment.

(2) The certificate shall be issued under the seal of such officer, and shall be in such form, as the Administrator may, by general or special order specify.

(3) A certificate of appointment shall become null and void and when the person named therein ceases to belong to the Delhi police or shall remain inoperative during the period such person is suspended from the Delhi police.

The powers, functions and privileges vested in a police officer shall remain suspended while such police officer is under suspension from office:

Provided that notwithstanding such suspension such person shall not cease to be a police officer and shall continue to be subject to the control of the same authorities to which he would have been subject if he had not been under suspension.

The Commissioner of Police shall direct and regulate all matters of arms, drill, exercise, observation of persons and events, mutual relations, distribution of duties, study of laws, orders and modes of proceedings and all matters of executive detail or the fulfilment of their duties by the police force under him.

The Commissioner of Police shall have the authority to investigate and regulate all matters of accounts connected with the Delhi police and all persons concerned shall be bound to give him reasonable aid and facilities in conducting such investigations and to conform to his orders consequent thereto.

(1) The Commissioner of Police may at any time, by a written order, signed by himself and sealed with his own seal, appoint any able-bodied male person not less than eighteen years of age, whom he considers fit, to be a Special Police Officer to assist the Delhi police on any occasion, when he has reason to apprehend the occurrence of any riot or grave disturbance of peace in any area and he is of opinion that the ordinary police force is not sufficient for the protection of persons residing, and for the security of property, within such area.

(2) The Commissioner of Police shall publish the names of special police officers appointed under this section in such manner as may be prescribed.

(3) Any person objecting to the appointment of any person as such special police officer may send his reasons for such objection to the Commissioner of Police within fifteen days of such appointment and the Commissioner may accept such objection and cancel the appointment of such officer or, after giving to the objector an opportunity to be heard, reject the objection.

(4) Every special police officer appointed under this section shall on appointment

(a) receive a certificate of appointment in such form as may be specified by the Administrator in this behalf ;

(b) have the same powers, privileges and immunities and perform the same duties and be subject to the same authorities as an ordinary police officer.

Where additional police officers are required to be deputed under section 38, section 39 or section 40, the Commissioner of Police may appoint such number of additional police officers as he considers necessary and every such additional police officer shall, on appointment,

(a) receive a certificate of appointment in such form as may be specified by the Administrator in this behalf;

(b) have such of the powers, privileges and immunities and perform such of the duties of a police officer as are specifically mentioned in the certificate; and

(c) be subject to the same authorities as an ordinary police officer of the same or similar rank or grade.

Subject to the orders of the Administrator, the Commissioner of Police may make regulations not inconsistent with this Act or any other law for the time being in force

(a) regulating the inspection of the police force by his subordinates;

(b) determining the description and quantity of arms, accoutrements, clothing and other necessaries to be furnished to the police;

(c) prescribing the places of residence of members of the police force;

(d) for institution, management and regulation of any police fund for any purpose connected with police administration;

(e) regulating the distribution, movements and location of the police;

(f) assigning duties to police officers of all ranks and grades, and prescribing the manner in which, and the conditions subject to which they shall exercise and perform their respective powers and duties;

(g) regulating the collection and communication by the police of intelligence and information;

(h) generally, for the purpose of rendering the police efficient and preventing abuse or neglect of their duties.

The Commissioner of Police may call for such returns, reports and statements on any subject connected with the prevention and detection of crime, the maintenance of order and the performance of the duties of his subordinates as such subordinate may be able to furnish to him.

(1) Subject to the provisions of article 311 of the Constitution and the rules, the Commissioner of Police, Additional Commissioner of Police, Deputy Commissioner of Police, Additional Deputy Commissioner of Police, Principal of the Police Training College or of the Police Training School or any other officer of equivalent rank, may award to any police officer of subordinate rank any of the following punishments, namely:

(a) dismissal;

(b) removal from service;

(c) reduction in ranks;

(d) forfeiture of approved service;

(e) reduction in pay;

(f) withholding of increment; and

(g) fine not exceeding one month's pay.

(2) Subject to the rules-

(a) any police officer specified in sub-section(l) may award the punishment of censure to any police officer of subordinate rank;

(b) the Assistant Commissioner of Police may award the punishment of censure to police officers of, or below, the rank of sub-Inspectors of Police;

(c) any police officer of, and above, the rank of Inspector may award punishment drill not exceeding fifteen days or fatigue duty or any other punitive duty to constables.

(3) Nothing in sub-section (1) or sub-section (2) shall affect any police officer's liability for prosecution and punishment for any offence committed by him.

(4) The Commissioner of Police, Additional Commissioner of Police, Deputy Commissioner of Police, Additional Deputy Commissioner of Police, Principal of the Police Training College or of the Police Training School, Assistant Commissioner of Police, or any other police officer of equivalent rank may suspend any police officer of subordinate rank who is reasonably suspected to be guilty of misconduct, pending an investigation or enquiry into such misconduct.

(5) An Inspector of Police may suspend any police officer below the rank of Sub-Inspector of Police, who is reasonably suspected to be guilty of misconduct, pending an investigation or enquiry into such misconduct.

When any officer passes an order of awarding a punishment of dismissal, removal from service, reduction in rank, forfeiture of service, reduction in pay, withholding of increments or fine, he shall record such order or cause the same to be recorded together with the reasons therefor, in accordance with the rules.

An appeal against any order of punishment passed against a police officer under section 21 or the rules thereunder [not being an order of punishment under clause (c) of sub-section (2) of that section shall lie

(a) where the order is passed by the Commissioner of Police, to the Administrator;

(b) where the order is passed by an Additional Commissioner of Police, to the Commissioner of Police;

(c) where the order is passed by a Deputy Commissioner of Police, Additional Deputy Commissioner of Police, Principal of the Police Training College or School, Assistant Commissioner of Police or any other officer of equivalent rank, to the Additional Commissioner of Police.

Every police officer not on leave or under suspension shall for all purposes of this Act be deemed to be always on duty and any police officer or any number or body of police officers allocated for duty in any part of Delhi may, if the Commissioner of Police so directs, at any time, be employed on police duty in any other part of Delhi for so long as the services of the police officer or number or body of police officers may be required in such other part of Delhi.

(1) Resignation of any police officer of subordinate rank may be accepted only by the officer empowered to appoint (the officer so empowered to appoint being hereafter in this section referred to as the appointing authority) officers of such subordinate rank.

(2) A police officer of subordinate rank who intends to resign from police service shall give to the appointing authority notice in writing to that effect and shall not be permitted to withdraw himself from duty unless he has been granted permission to resign by such authority and two months have elapsed from the date on which he tendered his resignation;

Provided that the appointing authority may at his discretion, permit a Head Constable or a constable to withdraw himself from duty on his crediting to the Government two months' pay in lieu of notice.

(3) A Head Constable or a constable who has agreed to serve for any specific period may not be permitted to resign before the expiry of that period.

(4) Inspectors, Sub-Inspectors or Assistant Sub-Inspectors of Police, whose appointments involve training at any Police Training College or Police Training School may not be permitted to resign within three years from the date of their successfully completing the training.

(5) No police officer of subordinate rank whose resignation has been accepted by the appointing authority shall be permitted to withdraw from duty until he has fully discharged all debts, due from him as such police officer to Government or to any police fund and has surrendered his certificate of appointment, arms, accoutrements uniform and all other Government property in his possession and has also rendered a complete account of all Government money and property for which he is responsible.

(6) Notwithstanding anything contained in this section, if any police officer of subordinate rank tenders his resignation on medical grounds and produces a certificate signed by the police surgeon or any other medical officer authorised by the Administrator in this behalf declaring him to be unfit by reason of disease or mental or physical incapacity for further service in the police, the appointing authority shall forthwith permit him to withdraw from duty on his discharging, or giving a satisfactory security for the payment of any debt due from him as such police officer to Government or to any police fund :

Provided that he shall forthwith return the certificate of appointment, arms, accoutrements, uniform and all other Government property in his possession before he is permitted to withdraw from duty.

(7) If any such police officer of subordinate rank resigns or withdraws himself from the duties of his office in contravention of this section, he shall be liable on the orders of the appointing authority to forfeit all arrears of pay then due to him in addition to the penalty to which he may be liable under section 22 or any other law for the time being in force.

(8) Every such police officer on leaving the service in the Delhi police as aforesaid shall be given by the appointing authority a Discharge Certificate in such form as may be prescribed.

(1) Every person who for any reason ceases to be a police officer shall forthwith deliver to the officer empowered by the Commissioner of Police, the Additional Commissioner of Police, Deputy Commissioner of Police, Principal of the Police Training College or of the Police Training School, Additional Deputy Commissioner of Police or any other officer of equivalent rank to whom such officer is subordinate, to receive the same, his certificate of appointment and the arms, accoutrements, clothing and other accessories which have been provided to him for the performance of duties and functions connected with his office.

(2)

(a) Any Metropolitan Magistrate and, for special reasons which shall be recorded in writing at the time, the Commissioner of Police, Additional Commissioner of Police, Principal of the Police Training College or of the Police Training School or a Deputy Commissioner, Additional Deputy Commissioner or an Assistant Commissioner of Police may issue a warrant to search for and seize wherever they be found, any certificate, arms, accoutrements, clothing or other accessories not delivered under sub-section (1),

(b) Every warrant so issued shall be executed by a police officer or, if the Metropolitan Magistrate or the police officer issuing the warrant so directs, by any other person in the same manner as if it were a warrant for a search issued under the Code of Criminal Procedure, 1973.

(3) Nothing in this section shall apply in relation to any article which under the orders of the Commissioner of Police has become the property of the person to whom the same was provided.

(1) A police officer occupying any premises provided by the Commissioner of Police for his residence shall

(a) occupy the same subject to such terms and conditions as may, by general or special order, be specified by the Commissioner of Police; and

(b) notwithstanding anything contained in any law for the time being in force, vacate the same on his ceasing to be a police officer or whenever the Commissioner of Police or any officer authorised by the Administrator in this behalf considers it, for reasons to be recorded in writing, necessary and expedient to require him to do so.

(2) If any person who is bound or required under sub-section (1) to vacate any premises fails to do so, the Administrator or the officer authorised in this behalf by the Administrator may order such person to vacate the premises and may direct any police officer with such assistance as may be necessary to enter upon the premises and remove therefrom any person found therein and to take possession of the premises and deliver the same to any person specified in the direction.

(1) The Commissioner of Police may, by notification in the Official Gazette, make regulations to provide for all or any of the following matters, namely:

(a) licensing and controlling persons offering themselves for employment, outside railway stations and other places where passengers arrive, for the carriage of passenger's baggages and fixing and providing for the enforcement of a scale of charges for the labour of such persons so employed;

(b) regulating traffic of all kinds in streets and other public places, and the use of streets and other public places by persons riding, driving, cycling, walking or leading or accompanying cattle, so as to prevent danger, obstruction or inconveniences to the public;

(c) regulating the conditions under which vehicles may remain standing in streets and other public places, and the Use of streets as halting places for vehicles or cattle;

(d) specifying the number and position of lights to be used on vehicles in streets and the hours between which such lights should be used;

(e) licensing, controlling or prohibiting the erection, exhibition, fixation or retention of any sign, device or representation for the purpose of advertisement, which is visible against the sky from some point in any street and is hoisted or held aloft over any land, building or structure at such height as may be specified in the regulations, having regard to the traffic in the vicinity, and the likelihood of such sign, device or representation at that height being a distraction, or causing obstruction, to such traffic;

(f) specifying certain hours of the day during which cattle shall not be driven, or, as the case may be, driven only in accordance with such regulations along the streets, or along certain specified streets;

(g) regulating the leading, driving, conducting or conveying of any elephant or wild or dangerous animal through or in any street;

(h) regulating and controlling the manner and mode of conveying timber, scaffold poles, ladders, iron girders, beams or bars, boilers or other unwieldy articles through the streets, and the route and hours for such conveyance;

(i) licensing, controlling or, in order to present obstruction, inconvenience, annoyance, risk, danger or damage to the residents or passengers in the vicinity, prohibiting the carrying in streets and public places of gun powder or any other explosive substance;

(j) prohibiting except along certain specified streets and during specified hours and subject to such conditions as may be specified in that behalf, the exposure or movement in any street of persons or animals suffering from contagious or infectious diseases, the carcasses of animals or parts of such carcasses or corpses of persons deceased;

(k) specifying certain hours of the day during which odour or offensive matter or objects shall not be taken from or into houses or buildings in certain streets or conveyed through such streets except in accordance with such regulations;

(l) setting apart places for slaughtering animals, the cleaning of carcasses or hides, the deposit of noxious or offensive matter and for obeying calls of nature;

(m) in cases of existing or apprehended epidemic or infectious disease of men or animals, the cleanliness and disinfection of premises by the occupier thereof and residents therein and the segregation and management of the persons or animals diseased or supposed to be diseased, as may have been directed or approved by the Administrator, with a view to prevent the disease or check the spread thereof;

(n) directing the closing or disuse, wholly or for certain purposes, or limiting to certain purposes only, the use of any source, supply or receptacle of water and providing against pollution of the same or of the water therein;

(o) licensing, controlling or, in order to prevent obstruction, inconvenience, annoyance, risk, danger or damage to the residents or passengers in the vicinity, prohibiting the playing of music, the beating of drums, tom-toms or other instruments and the blowing or sounding of horns or other noisy instruments in or near streets or other public places;

(p) regulating the conduct of or behaviour or action of persons constituting assemblies and processions on or along the streets and specifying in the case of processions, the routes by which the order in which, and the times at which, the same may pass;

(q) prohibiting the hanging or placing of any cord or pole across a street or part thereof, or the making of a projection or structure so as to obstruct traffic or the free access of light and air;

(r) Prohibiting, except in accordance with such regulations, the placing of building materials, or other articles or the fastening or detention of any horse or other animals in any street or public place;

(s) licensing, controlling or, in order to prevent obstruction, inconvenience, annoyance, risk, danger, or damage to the residents or passengers in the vicinity, prohibiting

(i) the illumination of streets and public places and the exteriors of building abutting thereon by persons other than servants of Government or Corporation or other Municipal officers duly authorised in that behalf,

(ii) the blasting of rock or making excavations in or near streets or public places,

(iii) the using of a loudspeaker in or near any public place or any place of public entertainment;

(t) closing certain streets or places temporarily, in cases of danger from ruinous buildings or other cause, with such exceptions as shall appear reasonable;

(u) guarding against injury to person and property in the construction, repair and demolition of building, platforms and other structures from which danger may arise to passengers, neighbours or the public;

(v) prohibiting the setting of fire to or burning of any straw or other matter, or lighting a bonfire or wantonly discharging a fire-arm or air-gun, or letting off or throwing a fire work or, sending up a fire balloon or rocket in or upon a street or within fifty feet of a street or building or the putting up of any post or other thing on the side of or across a street for the purpose of affixing thereto lamps or other contrivances for illumination except in accordance with regulations in this behalf;

(w) regulating the hours during which and the manner in which any place for the disposal of the dead, any Dharamshala, village-gate or other place of public resort may be used, so as to secure the equal and appropriate application of its advantages and accommodation and to maintain orderly conduct amongst those who resort thereto;

(x)

(i) licensing or controlling places of public amusement or public entertainment;

(ii) prohibiting the keeping of places of public amusement or public entertainment or assembly, in order to prevent obstruction, inconvenience, annoyance, risk, danger or damage to the residents or passengers in the vicinity; and

(iii) regulating the means of entrance and exit at places of public amusement or public entertainment or assembly and providing for the maintenance of public order and the prevention of disturbance thereat;

(y)

(i) licensing or controlling in the interest of public order, decency or morality or in the interest of the general public (with such exceptions as may be specified in such regulations), musical, dancing, mimetic or theatrical or other performances for public amusement, including melas;

(ii) regulating in the interest of public order, decency or morality or in the interest of the general public, the employment of artists and the conduct of the artists and the audience at such performances;

(iii) prior scrutiny of such performance and of the scripts in respect thereof, if any, and granting of suitability certificate therefor subject to conditions, if any, by a Board appointed by the Administrator for the purpose, either for the whole of Delhi or for the area concerned or by an Advisory Committee constituted by the Commissioner of Police (the members of the Board or the Advisory Committee being persons who in the opinion of the Administrator or, as the case may be, the Commissioner, possess knowledge of, or experience in, literature, the theatre, and other matters relevant to such scrutiny), provision for appeal against the order or decision of the Board or the Advisory Committee to an appellate authority, its appointment or constitution, its procedure and other matters ancillary thereto, and the fees (whether in the form of court-fee stamps or otherwise) to be charged for the scrutiny of such performances or scripts, for applications for obtaining such certificates and for issuing duplicates thereof and in respect of such appeals and any such performances and of the scripts in respect thereof granted suitability certificate by any State shall be exempted from this section,

(iv) regulating the hours during which and the places at which such performances, may be given;

(z) regulating or prohibiting the sale of any ticket or pass for 'admission, by whatever name called, to a place of public amusement;

(za) registration of eating houses, including granting a certificate of registration in each case, which shall be deemed to be a written permission required and obtained under this Act for keeping the eating house, and annual renewal of such registration within a specified period;

(zb) prescribing the procedure in accordance with which any licence or permission sought to be obtained or required under this Act should be applied for and fixing the fees to be charged for any such licence or permission : Provided that nothing in this section and no licence or certificate of registration granted under any regulation made thereunder shall authorise any person to import, export, transport, manufacture, sell or possess any liquor, or intoxicating drug, in respect of which a licence, permit, pass or authorisation is required under any law relating to prohibition which is for the time being in force.

(2) The power to make regulations under the clause (b) of sub-section (1) shall be subject to the control of the Administrator and the power to make regulations under the other clauses of that sub-section shall be subject to the previous sanction of the Administrator.

(3) The power of making regulations under this section shall be subject to the condition of the regulations being made, after previous publication and for the purposes of section 23 of the General Clauses Act, 1897 such regulations shall be deemed to be rules; and every regulation made, under this section, shall also be published in the locality affected thereby by affixing copies thereof in conspicuous places near to the building structure, work or place, as the case may be, to which the same specially relates or by proclaiming the same by the beating of drum or by advertising the same in such local newspapers in Hindi, Urdu and English, or in two or more of these languages, as the Commissioner of Police may deem fit, or by any two or more of these means, or by any other means he may think suitable:

Provided that any such regulation may be made without previous publication if the Commissioner of Police is satisfied that circumstances exist which render it necessary that such regulation should be brought into force at once.

(4) If any regulation made under this section relates to any matter with respect to which there is a provision in any law, rule or bye-law of the Corporation or of any other municipal or local authority in relation to public health convenience or safety of the locality such regulation shall be subject to such law, rule or bye-law.

The Commissioner of Police and, subject to the orders, if any made, by the Commissioner of Police, every police officer not inferior in rank to an Inspector, may from time to time as occasion may arise, but not so as to contravene any regulation made under section 28 or any law, rule or byelaw referred to in sub-section (4) of that section, give all such orders either orally or in writing as may be necessary to

(a) direct the conduct of, and behaviour of action of persons constituting processions, assemblies on or along streets;

(b) specify the routes by which and the times at which any such processions may pass or shall not pass;

(c) prevent obstructions

(i) on the occasion of all processions and assemblies; and

(ii) in the neighbourhood of all places of worship during the time of worship; and

(iii) in all cases when any street or public place or place of public resort may be thronged or liable to be obstructed;

(d) keep order on, and in, all streets, and at, and within, public bathing and washing places, fairs, temples, mosques, gurdwaras, churches and all other places of public resort or public worship;

(e) regulate and control the playing of music, singing or the beating of drums, tomtoms and other instruments and the blowing or sounding of horns or other noisy instruments, in, and near, any street or public place;

(f) regulate and control the use of loudspeakers in residential areas, streets, near any public places and places of public amusement or public entertainment; or

(g) make reasonable orders consequential to, and in furtherance of, any order made under this section.

(1) The Commissioner of Police may, whenever and for such time as he shall consider necessary for the preservation of public peace or public safety, by notification publicly promulgated or addressed to individuals, prohibit, in relation to the whole of Delhi or any part thereof.

(a) the carrying of arms, cudgels, swords, spears, bludgeons, guns, knives, sticks or lathis, or any other article, which is capable of being used for causing physical violence;

(b) the carrying of any corrosive substance or explosives;

(c) the carrying, collection or preparation of stones or other missiles of instruments or means of casting or impelling missiles;

(d) the exhibition of persons or corpses;

(e) the public utterance of cries, singing of songs or playing of music; or

(f) the delivery of harangues, the use of gestures of mimetic representations, and the preparation, exhibition or dissemination of pictures, symbols, placards or any other subject or thing which may, in the opinion of the Commissioner of Police, offend against decency or morality or undermine the security of the State.

(2) If any person goes armed with any such article as is referred to in clause (a) of sub-section (1) or carries any corrosive substance or explosive or missile or instrument in contravention of any prohibition under that sub-section, the article, corrosive substance or explosive or missile shall be liable to be seized from him by any police officer.

(3) The Commissioner of Police may, by notification publicly promulgated prohibited any assembly or procession whenever and for such time as he considers such prohibition to be necessary for the preservation of the public order.

(4) No notification promulgated under sub-section (3) shall remain in force for more than fifteen days from the promulgation thereof: Provided that if the Administrator considers it necessary so to do for the preservation of the public order he may, by order published in the Official Gazette, direct that such notification shall remain in force for such further period not exceeding six months from the date on which it would have, but for such order, expired as he may specify in the said order.

(1) For the purpose of preventing serious disorder or breach of the law to manifest and imminent danger to the persons assembled at any place of public amusement or at any assembly or meeting to which the public are invited or which is open to the public, any police officer of the rank of Assistant Sub-Inspector and above, present at such place of public amusement, or such assembly or meeting, may subject to such rules, regulations and orders as may have been lawfully made, give such reasonable directions "as to the mode of admission of the public to, and for securing the peaceful and lawful conduct of the proceedings and the maintenance of the public safety at, such place of amusement or such assembly or meeting as he thinks necessary and all persons shall be bound to conform to every such reasonable direction.

(2) Every police officer shall have free access to every place of public amusement, assembly or meeting for the purpose of giving effect to the provisions of sub-section (1) and to any direction made thereunder.

(1) If the Commissioner of Police is satisfied from the report of an officer in charge of a Police Station, or other information received by him, that it is necessary to do so in order to prevent annoyance, disturbance, discomfort or injury, or risk of annoyance, disturbance, discomfort or injury, to the public or to any person who dwells, or occupies property, in the vicinity, he may, by written order, issue such directions as he may consider necessary to any person for preventing, prohibiting, controlling or regulating

(a) the incidence or continuance in any street, open space or any other premises of-

(i) any vocal or instrumental music;

(ii) sounds caused by the playing, beating, clashing, blowing or use in any manner whatsoever of any instrument, appliance or apparatus or contrivance which is capable of producing or reproducing sound; or

(iii) use of loudspeaker or other apparatus for amplifying any musical or other sound at such pitch or volume as may. cause disturbance to others, or

(b) the carrying on, in premises, of any trade, avocation or operation resulting in or attended with noise :

Provided that no directions shall be issued to any person under clause (b) without giving to such person an opportunity of being heard in the matter

(2) The Commissioner of Police may, either on his own motion or on the application of any person aggrieved by an order made under sub-section (1), either rescind, modify or alter any such order :

Provided that before any such application is disposed of, the Commissioner of Police shall afford to the applicant an opportunity of appearing before him either in person or by counsel and showing cause against the order and shall, if he rejects any such application either wholly or in part, record the reasons for such rejection.

(1) In order to prevent or suppress any riot or grave disturbance of peace, the Commissioner of Police may temporarily close or take possession of any building or other place and may exclude all or any persons therefrom, or may allow access thereto to such persons only and on such terms as shall deem expedient and all persons concerned shall be bound to conduct themselves in accordance with such orders as the Commissioner of Police may make and notify in exercise of his powers under this section.

(2) If the lawful occupant of such building or place suffers any loss or injury by reason of the action taken under sub-section (1), he shall be entitled, on an application made therefor to be competent authority within one month from the date of such action, to receive reasonable compensation for such loss or injury, unless such action was in the opinion of such competent authority rendered necessary either by the use to which such building or place was put, or intended to be put, or by the misconduct of persons having access thereto.

(3) In the event of any dispute in relation to the amount of compensation payable under sub-section (2) or the person to whom such amount shall be payable, the matter shall be referred by the competent authority to the District Collector whose decision thereon shall be final.

(1) In any case of an actual or intended religious or ceremonial or corporate display or exhibition or organised assemblage in any street or public place as to which or the conduct of, or participation in, which it shall appear to the competent authority that a dispute or contention exists, which is likely to lead to grave disturbance of peace, the competent authority may give such orders as to the conduct of the persons concerned towards each other and towards the public as it shall deem necessary and reasonable under the circumstances, regard being had to the apparent legal rights and to any established practice of the parties and of the persons interested and all persons concerned shall obey such orders.

(2) Every such order shall be published in the locality or place wherein it is to operate.

(3) Every order under sub-section (1) shall be subject to any judgment, decree, injunction or order made by a court having jurisdiction, and shall be rescinded or altered on its being made to appear to the competent authority that such order is inconsistent with a judgment, decree, injunction or order of such court.

(1) Whenever it shall appear to the Commissioner of Police that any place in Delhi (being a place where on account of a pilgrimage, fair or other such occurrence, large bodies of persons have assembled or are likely to assemble) is visited or likely to be visited with an outbreak of any epidemic disease, he may in consultation with the Corporation or municipality within the local limits of the jurisdiction whereof such place is situated take such special measures and may by a public notice prescribe such regulations to be observed by residents of the said place and persons present thereat or repairing thereto or returning therefrom as he deems necessary to prevent the outbreak of such disease or the spread thereof.

(2) The expenses incurred by the Commissioner of Police in respect of the arrangements for sanitation and the preservation of order at or about the place of assembly referred to in sub-section (1) may be recovered from the Corporation or the municipality concerned.

(1) The Commissioner of Police may, by public notice, temporarily reserve any public place or any street or other public place and prohibit persons from entering the area so reserved, except on such conditions as may be specified by him.

(2) The Commissioner of Police may, whenever in his opinion such action is necessary.

(a) authorise such police officer as he thinks fit to erect barriers on any street for the purpose of stopping temporarily vehicles driven on such street so as to satisfy himself that the provisions of any law for the time being in force have not been contravened in respect of any such vehicle or by the driver or the person in charge of such vehicle; and

(b) make such orders as he deems fit for regulating the use of such barriers.

(1) The Commissioner of Police may, from time to time, make regulations prohibiting the disposal of the dead, whether by cremation, burial or otherwise at places other than those set apart for such purpose :

Provided that no such regulations shall be made in respect of any area for which places have not been so set apart :

Provided further that the Commissioner of Police or any officer authorised by him in this behalf may, in his discretion, on an application made to him by any person, grant to such person permission to dispose of the corpse of any deceased person at any place other than a place so set apart if in his opinion such disposal is not likely to cause obstruction to traffic or disturbance of the public peace or is not objectionable for any other reason.

(2) Any regulations made under sub-section (1) shall specify the places set apart for the disposal of the dead of different communities or sections of communities.

(3) All such regulations shall be deemed to be rules for the purpose of section 23 of the General Clauses Act, 1897 and shall be subject to the condition of previous publication and the date to be specified under clause (3) of that section shall not be earlier than two months from the date on which the draft of the proposed regulations a published.

(1) The Commissioner of Police may, on the application of any person, depute any additional number of police to keep peace, to preserve order, to enforce any of the provisions of this Act or of any other law in respect of any particular classes of offences or to perform any other duties imposed on the police at any place in Delhi.

(2) Such additional police shall be employed at the cost (which shall be determined by the Commissioner of Police in accordance with the rules made in this behalf) of the person making the application, but shall be subject to the orders of the police authorities and shall be employed for such period as the Commissioner of Police considers necessary.

(3) If the person upon whose application such additional police are employed shall at any time make a written requisition to the Commissioner of Police for the withdrawal of the said police, he shall be relieved from the cost thereof at the expiration of such period not exceeding one week from the date of the delivery of such requisition as the Commissioner of Police shall determine.

(4) Where there is any dispute as to the amount to be paid by way of cost, the Commissioner of Police shall, on an application made in that behalf by the aggrieved party, refer the matter to the District Collector, whose decision thereon shall be final.

(1) If in the opinion of the Administrator any area in Delhi is in a disturbed or dangerous condition or the conduct of the inhabitants or of any particular section or class of the inhabitants of such area renders it expedient to employ temporarily additional police in the area, he may, by notification in the Official Gazette, specify the area (hereafter in this section referred to as the disturbed area in which, and the period for which, the additional police shall be employed and thereupon the Commissioner of Police shall depute such number of additional police officers as he considers necessary, in the disturbed area :

Provided that the period so specified may be extended by the Administrator from time to time, if in his opinion it is necessary so to do in the interests of the public.

(2) On the issue of a notification under sub-section (1), the Administrator may require the District Collector, or any other authority specified by the Administrator, to recover, whether in whole or in part, the cost of such additional police generally from all persons who are inhabitants of the disturbed area or specially from any particular section or class of such persons, and in such proportion as the Administrator may direct.

(3) It shall be lawful for the administrator to exempt, by order in writing, and for sufficient reasons, any person from liability to bear any portion of the cost of such additional police.

Explanation. In this section and in section 41, the expression "inhabitants", when used in relation to any disturbed area, includes persons who themselves or by their agents or servants occupy or hold land or other immovable property within such area and landlords who themselves or by their agents or servants collect rent from holders or occupants of land in such area notwithstanding that they do not actually reside therein.

(1) Whenever it appears to the Administrator or to the competent authority that

(a) any large work which is being carried on or any public amusement which is being conducted in any place is likely to impede the traffic or to attract a large number of people; or

(b) the behaviour or a reasonable apprehension of the behaviour of the persons employed on any railway, canal or other public work, or in or upon any manufactory or other commercial concern, under construction or in operation at any place necessitates the employment of additional police at such place. the Administrator or the competent authority, as the case may be, may depute such number of additional police to the said place for so long as the necessity to employ the additional police shall appear to the Administrator or the competent authority to continue.

(2) Such additional police shall be employed at the cost of the person by whom the work, public amusement, manufactory or concern is being constructed, conducted or carried on and the said person shall pay the costs therefor at such rates as the Administrator or the competent authority, as the case may be, shall from time to time require.

(1) When any loss or damage is caused to any property or when death results or grievous hurt is caused to any person or persons, by anything done in the prosecution of the common object of an unlawful assembly, the Administrator may, by notification in the Official Gazette, specify the area (hereafter in this section called the "disturbed area") in which, and the date on which or the period during which such unlawful assembly was, in his opinion, held.

(2) On the issue of a notification under sub-section (1), the District Collector may, after such inquiry as he deems necessary, determine the amount of the compensation which, in his opinion, should be paid to any person or persons in respect of the loss or damage or death or grievous hurt aforesaid.

(3) The amount of the compensation shall be deemed to be a fine imposed under this section, and shall be payable by the inhabitants of the disturbed area.

(4) It shall be lawful for the District Collector to exempt, by order in writing and for sufficient reasons, any person from liability to pay any portion of the compensation amount.

In the event of any dispute relating to the cost payable under section 39 or section 40 or the compensation determined under section 41 or the person or persons or the section or class of persons by whom or the proportion in which such cost or compensation should be paid, the matter shall be referred by the Collector, or the Administrator or the competent authority, as the case may be, on an application made in that behalf by the aggrieved party, to the Chief Metropolitan Magistrate, whose decision thereon shall be final.

Any amount payable under section 38, section 39, section 40 or section 41 shall be recovered in the same manner as if it were an arrear of land revenue.

(1) Amounts payable under section 38, section 39, section 40 or section 41 shall, when recovered, be credited to the Government.

(2) The District Collector shall pay, from the amounts recovered by him as compensation payable under section 41, such amount as he deems just and proper by way of compensation to any person who has suffered loss or damage to property or grievous hurt or to the legal heirs of any person who died by reason of any thing done in the prosecution of the common object of the unlawful assembly.

(3) No compensation shall be paid under this section when a claim has been made therefor within forty-five days from the date of the notification referred to in sub-section (1) of section 41 and the District Collector is satisfied that the claimant, where the claim is by the person who suffered the loss, damage or grievous hurt, or the deceased, where the claim is by the legal heirs of such deceased, has been free from blame in connection with the occurrence which led to the loss, damage, grievous hurt or death.

(4) The compensation payable to any person under sub-section (2) shall not in any way be capable of being assigned or charged or be liable to attachment or to pass to any person other than the person entitled to it by operation of law, nor shall any claim be set off against the same.

(5) No civil suit shall be maintainable in respect of any loss, damage or grievous hurt for which compensation has been granted under this section.

Without prejudice to the provisions contained in section 43, all amounts payable under section 39 or section 41 shall be recoverable in the manner provided in sections 421 and 422 of the Code of Criminal Procedure, 1973, as if each such amount were a fine imposed on an offender by a court.

Whenever it appears to the Commissioner of Police that the movement or encampment of any gang or body of persons in any part of Delhi is causing or is calculated to cause danger to person or property or alarm or reasonable suspicion that unlawful designs are entertained by such gang or body of persons or by members thereof, the Commissioner of Police may, by order addressed to the persons appearing to be the leaders or chief men of such gang or body of persons and published by announcement or beat of drums, or otherwise as the Commissioner of Police thinks fit direct the members of such gang or persons

(a) to so conduct themselves as shall seem necessary in order to prevent violence and alarm; or

(b) to disperse and to remove themselves beyond the limits of Delhi, or any part thereof, within such time as the Commissioner of Police shall specify and not to enter Delhi or the part thereof as the case may be, from which they were directed to remove themselves.

Whenever it appears to the Commissioner of Police

(a) that the movements or acts of any person are causing or are calculated to cause alarm, danger or harm to person or property; or

(b) that there are reasonable grounds for believing that such person is engaged or is about to be engaged in the commission of an offence involving force or violence or an offence punishable under Chapter XII, Chapter XVI, Chapter XVII or Chapter XXII of the Indian Penal Code or under section 290 or sections 489A to 489E (both inclusive) of that Code or in the abetment of any such offence; or

(c) that such person

(i) is so desperate and dangerous as to render his being at large in Delhi or in any part thereof hazardous to the community; or

(ii) has been found habitually intimidating other persons by acts of violence or by show force; or

(iii) habitually commits affray or breach of peace or riot, or habitually makes forcible collection of subscription or threatens people for illegal pecuniary gain for himself or for others; or

(iv) has been habitually passing indecent remarks on women and girls, or teasing them by overtures; and that in the opinion of the Commissioner of Police witnesses are not willing to come forward to give evidence in public against such person by reason of apprehension on their part as regards the safety of their person or property, the Commissioner of Police may, by order in writing duly served on such person, or by beat of drum or otherwise as he thinks fit, direct such person to so conduct himself as shall seem necessary in order to prevent violence and alarm or to remove himself outside Delhi or any part thereof by such route and within such time as the Commissioner of Police may specify and not to enter or return to Delhi or part thereof, as the case may be, from which he was directed to remove himself.

Explanation. A person who during a period within one year immediately preceding the commencement of an action under this section has been found on not less than three occasions to have committed or to have been involved in any of the acts referred to in this section shall be deemed to have habitually committed that act.

If a person has been convicted

(a) of an offence under Chapter XII, Chapter XVI or Chapter XVII of the Indian Penal Code; or

(b) of an offence under section 3 or section 4 of the Delhi Public Gambling Act, 1955, or under section 12 of that Act in so far as it relates to satta gambling or on two or more occasions under any other provisions of that Act (including section 12 of that Act in so far as it does not relate to satta gambling); or

(c) of any offence under the Suppression of Immoral Traffic in Women and Girls Act, 1956; or

(d) of any offence under section 25, section 26, section 27, section 28 or section 29 of the Arms Act, 1959; or

(e) of any offence under section 135 of the Customs Act, 1962; or

(f) of any offence under section 61, section 63 or section 66, of the Punjab Excise Act, 1955, as in Delhi; or

(g) on two or more occasions of an offence under

(i) the Opium Act, 1878; or

(ii) the Dangerous Drugs Act, 1930; or

(iii) the Drugs and Cosmetics Act, 1940; or

(iv) section 11 of the Bombay Prevention of Begging Act, 1959, as in force in Delhi; or

(h) on three or more occasions of an offence under section 105 or section 107 of this Act, the Commissioner of Police may, if he has reason to believe that such person is likely again to engage himself in the commission of any of the offences referred to in this section, by order in writing, direct such person to remove himself beyond the limits of Delhi or any part thereof, by such route and within such time as the Commissioner of Police may specify and not to enter or return to Delhi or any part thereof, as the case may be, from which he was directed to remove himself.

Any direction made under section 46, section 47 or section 48 not to enter Delhi or any part thereof, shall be for such period as may be specified therein, and shall in no case exceed a period of two years from the date on which it was made.

(1) Before an order under section 46, section 47 or section 48 is made against any person, the Commissioner of Police shall by notice in writing inform him of the general nature of the material allegations against him and give him a reasonable opportunity of tendering an explanation regarding them.

(2) If such person makes an application for the examination of any witness to be produced by him, the Commissioner of Police shall grant such application and examine such witness, unless for reasons to be recorded in writing, the Commissioner of Police is of opinion that such application is made for the purpose of causing vexation or delay.

(3) Any written explanation put in by such person shall be filed with the record of the case.

(4) Such person shall be entitled to be represented in the proceeding before the Commissioner of Police by a counsel.

(5)

(a) The Commissioner of Police may for the purpose of securing the attendance of any person against whom any order is proposed to be made under section 46, section 47 or section 48 require such person, by order in writing, to appear before him and to furnish a security bond with or without sureties for attendance during the inquiry.

(b) The provisions of sections 119 to 124 (both inclusive) of the Code of Criminal Procedure, 1973, shall, so far as may be, apply in relation to the order under clause (a) to furnish security bond.

(6) Without prejudice to the foregoing provisions, the Commissioner of Police, while issuing notice to any person under sub-section (1) may issue a warrant for his arrest and the provisions of sections 70 to 89 (both inclusive) of the Code of Criminal Procedure, 1973, shall, so far as may be, apply in relation to such warrant.

(7) The provisions of section 445, section 446, section 447 or section 448 of the Code of Criminal Procedure, 1973, shall, so far as may be, apply in relation to all bonds executed under this section.

(1) Any person aggrieved by an order made under section 46, section 47 or section 48 may appeal to the Administrator within thirty days from the date of the service of such order on him.

(2) An appeal under this section shall be preferred in duplicate in the form of a memorandum, setting forth concisely the grounds of objection to the order appealed against, and shall be accompanied by that order or a certified copy thereof.

(3) On receipt of such appeal, the Administrator may, after giving a reasonable opportunity to the appellant to be heard either personally or by a counsel and after such further inquiry, if any, as he may deem necessary, confirm, vary or set aside the order appealed against :

Provided that the order appealed against shall remain in force pending the disposal of the appeal, unless the Administrator otherwise directs.

(4) The Administrator shall make every endeavour to dispose of an appeal under this section within a period of three months from the date of receipt of such appeal.

(5) In calculating the period of thirty days provided for an appeal under this section, the time taken for obtaining a certified copy of the order appealed against, shall be excluded.

An order passed by the Commissioner of Police under section 46, section 47 or section 48 or the Administration under section 51 shall not be called in question in any court except on the ground

(a) that the Commissioner of Police or the Administrator, as the case may be, had not followed the procedure laid down in sub-section (1), sub-section (2) or subsection (4) of section 50 or in section 51, as the case may be; or

(b) that there was no material before the Commissioner of Police or the Administrator, as the case may be, upon which he could have based his order; or

(c) in the case of an order made under section 47 or an order in appeal therefrom to the Administrator under section 51, the Commissioner of Police or the Administrator, as the case may be, was not of the opinion that witnesses were unwilling to come forward to give evidence in public against the person against whom such order has been made.

If a person to whom a direction has been issued under section 46, section 47 or section 48 to remove himself from Delhi or any party thereof

(a) fails to remove himself as directed; or

(b) having so removed himself enters Delhi or any part thereof within the period specified in the order, otherwise than with the permission in writing of the Commissioner of Police under section 54; the Commissioner of Police may cause him to be arrested and removed in police custody to such place outside Delhi or any part thereof as the Commissioner of Police may in each case specify.

(1) The Commissioner of Police or any other police officer specially empowered by the Administrator in that behalf may, by order in writing, permit any person, in respect of whom an order under section 46, section 47 or section 48 has been made, to return to Delhi or any part thereof, from which he was directed to remove himself, for such temporary period and subject to such conditions as may be specified in such order and may require him to execute a bond with or without surety for the due observance of the conditions imposed.

(2) The Commissioner of Police may at any time revoke any such permission.

(3) Any person who with such permission returns to Delhi or any part thereof shall observe the conditions imposed, and at the expiry of the temporary period for which he was permitted to return, or on the revocation of such permission before the expiry of such temporary period, shall remove himself outside Delhi or any part thereof, as the case may be, and shall not return thereto within the unexpired portion of the period specified in the original order made under section 46, section 47 or section 48 without a fresh permission.

(4) If such person fails to observe any of the conditions imposed, or to remove himself accordingly or having so removed himself enters or returns to Delhi or any part thereof, as the case may be, without fresh permission, the Commissioner of Police may cause him to be arrested and removed in police custody to such place outside Delhi or part thereof as the Commissioner of Police may in each case specify.

Every person against whom an order has been made under section 46, section 47 or section 48 shall, if so required by the Commissioner of Police allow his measurements and photographs to be taken by a police officer in the prescribed manner.

(1) If any person as aforesaid when required to allow his measurements or photograph to be taken resists or refuses to allow the taking of such measurements or photograph, it shall be lawful to use all necessary means to secure the taking thereof.

(2) Resistance to or refusal to allow the taking of measurements or photographs under this Act shall be deemed to be an offence under section 186 of the Indian Penal Code.

(3) Where an order under section 46, section 47 or section 48 is set aside in appeal, all measurements and photographs (including negatives) taken under this section shall be destroyed or made over to the person against whom such order is made.

(1) If the Administrator is satisfied that the wearing in public, by any member of any body, or association or organisation, of any dress or article of apparel resembling any uniform required to be worn by a member of the Armed Forces of the Union or by a member of any police force or of any force constituted by or under any law for the time being in force, is likely to prejudice the security of the State or the maintenance of public order, he may, by a general or special order, prohibit or restrict the wearing, or display, in public of any such dress or article or apparel by any member of such body or association or organisation.

(2) Every general or special order under sub-section (1) shall be published in the manner prescribed for the publication of a public notice under section 142.

Explanation. For the purposes of this section, a dress or an article of apparel shall be deemed to be worn or displayed in public if it is worn or displayed in any place to which the public have access.

(1) For the protection of persons, the security of property and the public safety in any locality, the Commissioner of Police may constitute voluntary bodies (hereafter in this section referred to as Defence Societies) in the prescribed manner.

(2) The Commissioner of Police or any officer of a Defence Society may at any time call up officers subordinate to him or any member of a Defence Society for training or to discharge any of the duties under this Act assigned to them.

(3) Every officer or member of a Defence Society shall

(a) on appointment receive a certificate in such form as may be specified or approved by the Administrator in this behalf; and

(b) when called up for duty have same powers, privileges and protection as are vested in a police officer appointed under this Act.

(4) Notwithstanding anything contained in any law for the time being in force, an officer or member of a defence society shall not be disqualified for being chosen as, or for being, a member of

(a) the Delhi Metropolitan Council or the Municipal Corporation of Delhi; or

(b) any other local authority. by reason of the fact that he is a member or officer of such Society.

(1) It shall be the duty of every police officer to ensure compliance with the provisions of this Act or any rule, regulation or order made thereunder and for that purpose, such police officer may,

(a) warn persons who from ignorance fail to comply with any provisions of this Act or any rule, regulation or order made thereunder;

(b) require any person acting or about to act contrary to any provision of this Act or rule, regulation or order made thereunder, to desist from so doing;

(c) subject to the provisions of sub-sections (2) and (3), arrest any person contravening any provision of this Act or any rule, regulation or order made, thereunder, where such contravention is an offence punishable under this Act;

(d) seize any object used, or about to be used, in contravening, or in contravention of, the provisions of this Act or any rule, regulation or order made thereunder, where such contravention is an offence punishable under this Act.

(2) A police officer shall not arrest any person under clause (c) of sub-section (1) without a warrant issued by a Metropolitan Magistrate, unless such person

(a) has contravened any regulation made under clause (b) of sub-section (1) of section 28;

(b) has contravened any order or notification made under section 29, sub-section (1) or sub-section (2) of section 30, section 32, section 47, section 48 or subsection (1) of section 57;

(c) commits in the presence of such police officer an offence punishable under section 97, sub-section (1) of section 108, clause (a), (b) or (c) of section 110 or sub-section (2) of section 113 in respect of the contravention of any order made under section 33 or section 34;

(d) has committed, or is reasonably suspected to have committed, an offence punishable under section 100 in relation to any dwelling house, private premises or any other land or ground attached thereto :

Provided that the person in possession or having charge of that dwelling house, private premises or land or ground complains of the commission of such offence;

(e) has committed, or is reasonably suspected to have committed an offence punishable under section 101, section 102 or clause (c) of sub-section (2) of section 113;

(f) commits in his presence in any street or public place any non-cognizable offence punishable under this Act or any rule or regulation made thereunder if such person

(i) after being warned by the police officer persists in committing such offence; or

(ii) refuses to accompany the police officer to a police station on being required so to do.

(3) The Commissioner of Police or any other police officer especially empowered in this behalf by the Commissioner of Police may arrest without a warrant issued by a Metropolitan Magistrate any person who has committed an offence punishable under section 92.

It shall be the duty of every police officer

(a) promptly to serve every summons and obey and execute every warrant or other order lawfully issued to him by the competent authority and to comply with all lawful commands of his superior;

(b) to the best of his ability, to obtain intelligence concerning the commission off cognizable offences or designs to commit such offences and to lay such information and to take such other steps consistent with law and with the order of his superiors as shall be best calculated to bring offenders to justice and to prevent the commission of cognizable and, within his view, of non-cognizable offences;

(c) to prevent to the best of his ability the commission of public nuisances;

(d) to apprehend without unreasonable delay all persons whom he is legally authorised to apprehend and for whose apprehension there is sufficient reason;

(e) to aid any other police officer when called upon by such other police officer or in the case of need in the discharge of the duty of such other police officer, in such ways as would be lawful and reasonable on the part of the officer aided;

(f) to prevent the breach of public peace;

(g) to afford every assistance within his power to disabled or helpless persons in the streets;

(h) to take charge of intoxicated persons and of lunatics at large, who appear dangerous or incapable or taking care of themselves;

(i) to take prompt measures to procure necessary help for any person under arrest or in custody, who is wounded or sick and whilst guarding or conducting any such person to have due regard to his condition;

(j) to arrange for the proper sustenance and shelter of every person who is under arrest or in custody;

(k) in conducting searches, to refrain from needless rudeness and the causing of unnecessary annoyance;

(l) in dealing with women and children, to act with strict regard to decency and with reasonable gentleness;

(m) to use his best endeavours to prevent any loss or damage by fire;

(n) to use his best endeavours to avert any accident or danger to the public;

(o) to regulate and control traffic in the streets, to prevent obstructions therein and to the best of his ability, to prevent the contravention of any rule, regulation or order made under this Act or any other law in force for observance by the public in or near the streets;

(p) to keep order in the streets and at and within public bathing and washing places, fairs, temples and all other places of public resort and in the neighbourhood of places of public worship;

(q) to regulate resort to public bathing and washing places and all other places of public resort, to prevent overcrowding there and to the best of his ability, to prevent the contravention of any regulation or order lawfully made for observance by the public at such place; and

(r) to discharge such other duties as are imposed upon him by any law for the time being in force.

Subject to the provisions of this Act and the rules, regulations and orders made thereunder, every police officer may, for the purpose of discharging any of the duties referred to in section 59 or section 60 enter without a warrant and inspect any place of public resort which he has reason to believe is used as a place for the storing, sale or consumption of intoxicating drinks or narcotics or a place for resort of loose and disorderly characters.

When in a street or a place of public resort, a person is in possession or suspected to be in possession of any article which a police officer in good faith suspects to be stolen property, such police officer may search such person and may require an account in relation to any article found in his possession and should the account given by the possessor be manifestly false or suspicious, may detain such article after giving to the possessor a receipt in the prescribed form and report the facts to a Metropolitan Magistrate who shall thereupon proceed according to the provisions of sections 457, 458 and 459 of the Code of Criminal Procedure, 1973.

(1) The Administratior may, by notification in the Official Gazette, declare any specified service to be an essential service to the community.

(2) A declaration made under sub-section (1) shall remain in force for one month in the first instance, but may be extended from time to time by a like notification.

(3) Upon a declaration being made under sub-section (1) and so long as it remains in force, it shall be the duty of every police officer to obey any order given by any superior officer in relation to any employment in connection with the service specified in the declaration.

A police officer of a rank superior to that of a constable may perform any duty assigned by law or by a lawful order to any officer subordinate to him, and in the case of any duty imposed on such subordinate, a superior may aid, supplement, supersede, or prevent any action of such subordinate by his own action or that of any person lawfully acting under his command or authority, whenever the same shall appear necessary or expedient for giving more complete or convenient effect to the law or for avoiding any infringement thereof.

(1) All persons shall be bound to comply with the reasonable directions given by a police officer in the discharge of his duties under this Act.

(2) Where any person resists, refuses or fails to comply with any direction referred to in sub-section (1), a police officer may, without prejudice to any other action that he may take under any other provisions of this Act or any other law for the time being in force, remove such persons and either produce him before a Metropolitan Magistrate or, in trivial cases, release him when the occasion which necessitated the removal has ceased to exist :

Provided that the persons so removed shall in all cases be produced before the Metropolitan Magistrate or released, as the case may be, within a period of twenty four hours of such removal.

(1) It shall be the duty of every police officer to take temporary charge

(a) of all unclaimed property found by, or made over to, him; and

(b) of all property found lying in any public street, if the owner or person in charge of such property, on being directed to remove the same, refuses or fails to do

(2) The police officer taking charge of the property under sub-section (1) shall furnish an inventory thereof to the Commissioner of Police.

(1) Where any property has been taken charge of under sub-section (1) of section 66, the Commissioner of Police shall issue a proclamation specifying the articles of which such property consists and requiring that any person who may have a claim thereto shall appear before him or some other officer whom he authorises in this behalf and establish his claim within six months from the date of such proclamation.

(2) If the property or any part thereof, is subject to speedy and natural decay or consists of livestock or if the property appears to be of the value of less than fifty rupees, it may forthwith be sold by auction under the orders of the Commissioner of Police and the net proceeds of such sale shall be dealt with in the same manner as is hereinafter provided for the disposal of the said property.

(3) Where any person who has a claim to the property is required by the proclamation under sub-section (1) to appear before the other officer authorised by the Commissioner of Police in that behalf and establish his claim such officer shall forward the record of the proceedings before him with his findings thereon to the Commissioner of Police.

(1) The Commissioner of Police on being satisfied of the title of any claimant to the possession or administration of the property specified in the proclamation issued under sub-section (1) of section 67, order the same to be delivered to him, after deduction or payment of the expenses incurred by the Delhi police in the seizure, and detention thereof.

(2) The Commissioner of Police may, at his discretion, before making any order under sub-section (1), take such security as he may think proper from the person to whom the said property is to be delivered and nothing hereinbefore contained shall affect the right of any person to recover the whole or any part of the same from the person to whom it may have been delivered pursuant to such order.

(1) If no person establishes his claim to such property within the period specified in the proclamation, the property, or such part thereof as has not already been sold under subsection (2) of section 67, may be sold by auction under the orders of the Commissioner of Police and the proceeds thereof shall be credited to the Government.

(2) If any claim is made to any proceeds credited under sub-section (1) to the Government and if such claim is established, whether wholly or to any extent, to the satisfaction of the prescribed authority, the Administrator shall pay to the claimant the amount determined in that behalf by the prescribed authority.

(3) The form and manner in which claims may be made under sub-section (2) and the procedure for dealing with such claims and all other matters connected therewith shall be such as may be prescribed.

(1) The Central Government may, by notification in the Official Gazette and subject to such conditions and limitations as may be specified therein, empower

(a) the Commissioner of Police to exercise and perform in relation to Delhi the powers and duties of an Executive Magistrate and of a District Magistrate under such of the provisions of the Code of Criminal Procedure, 1973, as may be specified in the notification;

(b) any officer subordinate to the Commissioner of Police (not being an officer below the rank of an Assistant Commissioner of Police) to exercise and perform in relation to such areas in Delhi as may be specified in the notification the powers and duties of an Executive Magistrate under such of the provisions of the said Code as may be specified in the notification.

(2) Every officer subordinate to the Commissioner of Police shall, in the exercise and performance of any powers and duties which he is empowered to exercise or perform under sub-section (1), be subject to the general control of the Commissioner of Police in the same manner and to the same extent as an Executive Magistrate appointed under section 20 of the said Code would be subject to the general control of the District Magistrate appointed under that section.

(3) The Commissioner of Police or any officer subordinate to him shall not be subject in the exercise and performance of any powers and duties which he is empowered to exercise and perform under sub-section (1), to the general control of the District Magistrate appointed under section 20 of the said Code.

(4) The provisions of this section shall have effect notwithstanding anything contained in the Code.

Every notification made by the Central Government under section 70 shall be laid, as soon as it is made, before each House of Parliament while it is in session for a total period of thirty days which may be comprised in one session or in two or more successive sessions and if, before the expiry of the session immediately following the session or the successive sessions aforesaid, both Houses agree in making any modification in the notification or both Houses agree that the notification should not be made, the notification shall thereafter have effect only in such modified form or be of no effect as the case may be; so, however, that any such modification or annulment shall be without prejudice to the validity of any thing previously done under that notification.

Repeated by the Code of Criminal Procedure (Amendment) Act, 1980 (63 of 1980), section 9 (w.e.f. 23-9-1980).

(1) When in respect of an animal an offence punishable under sub-section (1) of section 11 or section 12 of the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals Act, 1960 has been committed, or when there is a reasonable ground for suspecting that such offence has been committed, a police officer may

(a) take the animal to the Metropolitan Magistrate, or

(b) if the accused person so requires, take the animal to a veterinary officer specified by general or special order by the Administrator in this behalf: Provided that the police officer may, instead of taking the animal to a veterinary officer, take the animal for detention in dispensary, or in any suitable place approved by the Administrator by general or special order and the animal shall thereupon be detained there until its production before a Metropolitan Magistrate, or

(c) take the animal to an infirmary appointed under section 35 of the said Act for treatment and detention therein, pending direction of a Magistrate under subsection (2) of that section, or

(d) when the animal is in such physical condition that it cannot be taken to a veterinary officer or a Metropolitan Magistrate, draw up a report of the condition of the animal in the presence of two or more respectable persons describing such wound, sores, fractures, bruises, or other marks of injury as may be found on the body of the animal :

Provided that the police officer may take the animal for detention in a dispensary or any suitable place approved by the Administrator by general or special order and the animal shall thereupon be detained there until its production before a Metropolitan Magistrate.

(2) Where an animal is detained in a dispensary, infirmary or other place under subsection (1), the animal shall be produced before a Metropolitan Magistrate with the least possible delay and in any case within a period not exceeding three days from the date on which it was detained.

When the animal is brought before a Metropolitan Magistrate under section 73, the Magistrate may direct the animal to be returned to the person from whose possession it was taken on such person giving security to the satisfaction of the Metropolitan Magistrate binding himself to produce the animal when required or may direct that the animal shall be sent for treatment and care to an infirmary and be detained there as provided in section 35 of the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals Act, 1960 or may make such order as he thinks fit regarding the disposal or custody or production of the animal.

The veterinary officer before whom an animal is brought under section 73 shall with all convenient speed examine the same and draw up a report of such examination and a copy of the report of such examination shall be delivered free of charge to the accused person if he applies for it.

When under section 73, a police officer takes an animal for detention in a dispensary or infirmary or other place before its production before a Metropolitan Magistrate or a Metropolitan Magistrate directs its further detention in an infirmary, sub-sections (3) to (7) (both inclusive) of section 35 of the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals Act, 1960, shall, as far as may be, apply in relation to the detention of animal (including the cost of transport, maintenance and treatment of the animal) in the dispensary, infirmary or other place.

When a police officer in good faith suspects that any animal being employed in any work or labour is, by reason of any sore, unfit to be so employed, he may require the person in charge of such animal to unsaddle or unload it for the purpose of ascertaining whether any sore exists and, if any person refuses to do so, such police officer may himself unsaddle or unload the animal or may cause the same to be unsaddled or unloaded.

Any police officer may arrest, without a warrant from a Magistrate, any person committing in his presence any offence punishable under clauses (a) to (m) (both inclusive) of sub-section (1) of section 11 of the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals Act, 1960.

The provisions of this Chapter shall be in addition to, and not in derogation of, the provisions of the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals Act, 1960.

No person shall

(a) when driving a vehicle along a street (except in cases of actual necessity or of some other sufficient reason for deviation) fail to keep on the left side of such street and when passing any other vehicle proceeding in the same direction fail to keep on the right side of such vehicle; or

(b) leave in any street or public place in sufficiently tended or secured any animal or vehicle.

No person shall cause obstruction, damage, injury, danger, alarm or mischief in any street or public place

(i) by misbehaviour, negligence or ill-usage in the driving, management, treatment or care of any animal or vehicle; or

(ii) by driving any vehicle or animal laden with timber, poles or other unwieldy articles through a street, or public place contrary to any regulation made in that behalf.

No person shall in any street or public place expose for hire or sale any animal or vehicle, clean any furniture or vehicle, or clean or groom any horse or other animal at such times and places as the competent authority permits, or shall train or break in any horse or other animal or make any vehicle or any part of a vehicle or (except when as a result of any accident repairing on the spot is unavoidable) repair any vehicle or part of a vehicle, or carry on therein any manufacture or operation so as to be a serious impediment to traffic or serious annoyance to residents in the vicinity or to the public.

No person shall cause obstruction in any street or public place

(a) by allowing any animal or vehicle, which has to be loaded or unloaded, or take up or set down passengers, to remain or stand in the street or the public place longer than may be necessary for such purpose; or

(b) by leaving any vehicle standing or fastening any cattle in the street or the public place; or

(c) by using any part of a street or public place as a halting place for vehicle or cattle; or

(d) by leaving any box, bale, package or other things whatsoever in or upon a street for an unreasonable length of time or contrary to any regulation; or

(e) by exposing anything for sale or setting out anything for sale in or upon any stall, booth, board, cask, basket or in any other way whatsoever.

No person shall drive, ride, load, or leave on any footway any animal or vehicle other than a perambulatory or fasten any animal in such a way that the animal can stand across or upon such footway.

No person shall, in contravention of any regulation made by the Commissioner of Police

(a) exhibit any mimetic, musical or other performances of such a nature as may attract crowds; or

(b) carry or place bulky advertisements, pictures, figures or emblems in any street or public place, whereby any obstruction to passengers or annoyance to the residents in the vicinity may be occasioned.

No person shall slaughter any animal, clean a carcass or hide, or bathe or wash his person in or near to and within sight of street or public place, except at a place set apart for the purpose, so as to cause annoyance to the neighbouring residents or to passers-by.

. , and suffering ferocious dogs to be at large. No person shall in any street or public place

(a) negligently let loose any horse or other animal, so as to cause danger, injury, alarm or annoyance; or

(b) suffer a ferocious dog to be at large without a muzzle; or

(c) set on or urge a dog or other animal to attack, worry or put in fear any person or horse or other animal.

No person shall bathe or wash in or by the side of, a public well, tank or reservoir not set apart for such purpose by order of the competent authority, or in, or by the side of, any pond, pool, aqueduct, part of a river, stream, nullah or other source or means of water supply in which such bathing or washing is forbidden by order of the competent authority.

No person shall defile or cause to be defiled the water in any public well, tank, reservoir, pond, pool, aqueduct or part of a river, stream, nullah or other source or means of water supply, so as to render the same less fit for any purpose for which it is set apart by the order of the competent authority.

No person shall obstruct or incommode a person bathing at a place set apart for the purpose by the order of the competent authority under section 88 by wilful intrusion or by using such place for any purpose for which it is not so set apart.

No person shall wilfully and indecently expose his person in any street or public place or place of public resort or within sight of and in such manner as to be seen from, any street or public place or place of public resort, whether from within any house or building or not, or use indecent language or behave indecently or riotously or in a disorderly manner in a street or public place or place of public resort or in any office, police station or station house.

No person shall wilfully push, press, hustle or obstruct any passenger in a street or public place or by violent movements, menacing gestures, wanton personal annoyance, screaming, shouting, wilfully frightening horses or cattle or otherwise, disturb the public peace or order.

No person shall use in any street or public place any threatening, abusive or insulting words or behaviour with intent to provoke a breach of peace or whereby a breach of peace may be occasioned.

No person shall fly a kite or any other thing so as to cause danger, injury or alarm to persons, animals or property.

No person shall in or near to any street, public place or place of public resort

(a) commit a nuisance by easing himself; or

(b) having the care or custody of any child under seven years of age, suffer such child to commit a nuisance as aforesaid; or

(c) spit or throw any dust, ashes, refuse or rubbish so as to cause annoyance to any passer-by.

No person shall, in any court, police station, police office or building occupied by Government or building occupied by any local body, smoke, or spit in contravention of a notice, by the competent authority in charge of such place, displayed in such court, police station, police office or building.

Any person who contravenes any of the provisions of sections 80 and 96 (both inclusive) shall, on conviction, be punished with fine which may extend to one hundred rupees, or, in default of payment of such fine, with imprisonment for a term not exceeding eight days.

(1) Whoever allows any cattle which are his property or in his charge to stray in any street or to trespass upon any public or private property shall on conviction be punished

(a) for the first offence, with imprisonment for a term which may extend to one month, or with fine which may extend to three hundred rupees, or with both; and

(b) for the second or subsequent offence, with imprisonment for a term which may extend to six months or with fine which may extend to five hundred rupees, or with both.

(2) The Metropolitan Magistrate trying an offence under sub-section (1) may order

(a) that the accused shall pay such compensation not exceeding two hundred and fifty rupees as such Magistrate considers reasonable to any person for any damage proved to have been caused to his property or the produce of his land by the cattle under the control of the accused trespassing on his land; and

(b) that the cattle in respect of which the offence has been committed shall be forfeited to the Government.

(3) Any compensation awarded under sub-section (2) may be recovered as if it were a fine imposed under this section.

(4) It shall be the duty of every police officer and it shall be lawful for any other person to seize and take to any cattle pound for confinement therein any cattle found straying in any street or trespassing upon any private or public property.

(5) Any fine imposed under this section may, without prejudice to any other means of recovery provided by law, be recovered by sale of all or any of the cattle in respect of which the offence was committed, whether they are the property of the person convicted of the offence or were only in his charge when the offence was committed.

(6) Notwithstanding any thing contained in the Code of Criminal Procedure, 1973, the offence punishable under this section shall be cognizable.

Whoever in any place cruelly beats, goads, overworks, ill-treats or tortures or causes, or procures to be cruelly beaten, goaded, overworked, ill-treated or tortured, any animal shall, on conviction, be punished with imprisonment may extend to one month, or with fine which may extend to one hundred rupees, or with both.

Whoever without satisfactory excuse wilfully enters or remains in or upon any dwelling-house or premises or land or ground attached thereto, or on any ground, building, monument or structure belonging to Government or used , for public purposes , or on any vehicle, shall, on conviction, whether he causes any actual damage or not, be punished with imprisonment which may extend to seven days or with fine which may extend to one hundred rupees, or with both.

Whoever knowingly gives or causes to be given a false alarm of fire to the fire brigade of the Government or the Corporation or a municipality or to any officer or fireman thereof, whether by means of a street fire alarm, statement, message or otherwise, or with intent to give such false alarm wilfully breaks the glass of, or otherwise damages, a street fire alarm, shall, on conviction, be punished with imprisonment for a term which may extend to three months or with fine which may extend to one hundred rupees, or with both.

Whoever is found between sunset and sunrise

(a) armed with any dangerous instrument with intent to commit an offence; or

(b) having his face covered, or otherwise disguised with intent to commit an offence; or

(c) in any dwelling-house or other building, or on any vehicle, without being able satisfactorily to account for his presence there; or

(d) lying or loitering in any street, yard or other place, being a reputed thief and without being able to give a satisfactory account of himself; or

(e) having in his possession without lawful excuse (the burden of proving which excuse shall be on such person) any implement of house breaking. shall, on conviction, be punished with imprisonment for a term which may extend to three months.

Whoever has in his possession or conveys in any manner, of offers for sale or pawn, anything which there is reason to believe is stolen property or property fraudulently obtained, shall if he fails to account for such possession or act to the satisfaction of the Metropolitan Magistrate, on conviction, be punished with imprisonment for a term which may extend to three months or with fine which may extend to one hundred rupees, or with both.

Whoever being a pawn-broker, dealer in second-hand property, or worker in metals, or reasonably believed by the Commissioner of Police to be such a person, and having received from a police officer written or printed information in relation to any property suspected to have been transferred by any offence mentioned in section 410 of the Indian Penal Code or by any offence punishable under section 417, section 418, section 419 or section 420 of the said code, is found in possession, or after the receipt of such information, comes into possession or has an offer, either by way of sale, pawn, exchange or for custody, alteration or otherwise, howsoever, made to him, of property answering the description contained in such information, shall, unless

(i) he forthwith gives information to the Commissioner of Police, or at a police station of such possession or offers and takes all reasonable means to ascertain and to give information as aforesaid of the name and address of the person from whom the possession or offer was received, or

(ii) the property, being an article of common wearing apparel or otherwise, is incapable of identification from the written or printed information given and has been in no way concealed after the receipt of such information, on conviction, be punished with fine which may extend to fifty rupees in respect of each such article of property so in his possession or offered to him.

Whoever having received such information as is referred to in section 104 alters, melts, defaces or puts away or causes or suffers to be altered, melted, defaced or put away, without the previous permission of the police, any such property as is referred to in that section shall, on proof that the same was stolen property within the meaning of section 410 of the Indian Penal Code of property in respect of which any offence punishable under section 417, section 418, section 419 or section 420 of the said Code has been committed, be punished with imprisonment for a term which may extend to three years or with fine, or with both.

Whoever takes from any child, not appearing to be above the age of fourteen years, any article whatsoever as a pawn, pledge or security for any sum of money lent, advanced or delivered to such child or without the knowledge and consent of the owner of the article buys from such child any article whatsoever, shall, on conviction, be punished with fine which may extend to one hundred rupees.

Whoever, being the keeper of any place of public amusement or public entertainment, knowingly permits or suffers drunkenness or other disorderly behaviour or any gambling whatsoever, in such place, shall, on conviction, be punished with fine which may extend to one hundred rupees.

(1) Whoever by any fraud or unlawful device or malpractice in playing at or with cards, dice or other game or in taking part in the stakes or wagers, or in betting on the sides or hands of the players, or in wagering on the event of any game, sports, pastime or exercise, wins from any other person, for himself or any other or others, any sum of money or valuable thing, shall be deemed to have committed the offence of cheating within the meaning of section 415 of the Indian Penal Code, and be liable to punishment accordingly.

(2) Whoever assembles with others, or joins any assembly, in a street assembled for the purpose of gambling or wagering shall, on conviction, be punished with fine which may extend to fifty rupees or may be released after a due admonition.

Whoever contravenes, disobeys, opposes or fails to conform to an order under section 27 requiring him to vacate any premises, shall, on conviction be punished with imprisonment which may extend to three months or with fine which may extend to five hundred rupees or with both.

Save as provided in section 112, whoever contravenes, or abets the contravention of, any regulation made under section 28 or any of the conditions of licence issued under such regulation shall, on conviction, be punished

(a) if the regulation was made under clause (b) of sub-section (1) of section 28 providing for the prohibition of the sale, or exposure for sale, of any goods on any street or portion thereof so as to cause obstruction to traffic or inconvenience to the public

(i) for the first offence, with imprisonment for a term which may extend to one month, or with fine which may extend to two hundred rupees, or with both, and

(ii) for any subsequent offence, with imprisonment for a term which may extend to six months and with fine which may extend to five hundred rupees;

(b) if the regulation was made under clauses (d), (h), (i), or (j), sub-clause (i), or (ii) of clause (s) or clause (v) of sub-section (1) of section 28, with imprisonment for a term which may extend to eight days, or with fine which may extend to fifty rupees or with both;

(c) if the regulation was made under clause (o) or (p) of sub-section (1) of section 28, with fine which may extend to two hundred rupees; and

(d) if the regulation was made under any clause of sub-section (1) of section 28 and for the contravention of which no penalty is provided under clause (a), (b) or (c) of this section, with fine which may extend to fifty rupees.

The holder of a licence granted under this Act in respect of a place of public amusement or public entertainment shall be responsible, as well as the actual offender for any offence under section 110 committed by his servant or other agent acting with his express or implied permission on his behalf as if he himself had committed the same, unless he establishes that all due and reasonable precautions were taken by him to prevent the commission of such offence.

(1) Whoever fails to obtain a licence under this Act in respect of a place of public entertainment or a certificate of registration thereunder in respect of any eating house, or to renew the licence or the certificate, as the case may be, within the prescribed period shall, on conviction, be punished with fine which may extend to fifty rupees.

(2) Any court trying any such offence shall in addition direct that the person keeping the place of public entertainment, or the eating house, in respect of which the offence has been committed shall close such place, or eating house until he obtains a licence or fresh licence, or a certificate of registration or fresh certificate of registration, as the case may be, in respect thereof and thereupon such person shall forthwith comply with such direction.

(3) If the person fails to comply with any such direction, he shall on conviction, be punished with imprisonment for a term which may extend to one month or with fine which may extend to two hundred rupees or with both.

(4) Without prejudice to any action taken under sub-section (3), on the failure of such person to comply with the direction of the court, any police officer authorised by the Commissioner of Police, by an order in writing, may take or cause to be taken such steps and use or cause to be used such force as may, in the opinion of such officer, be reasonably necessary for securing compliance with the court's direction.

(1) Whoever contravenes, disobeys, opposes or fails to conform to any order given by a police officer under section 29 shall, on conviction, be punished with fine which may extend to two hundred rupees.

(2) Whoever contravenes a notification or an order made under section 30, section 32, section 33 or section 34 or abets the contravention thereof shall on conviction, be punished

(a) if the said notification or order was made under sub-section (1) of section 30 or under section 33 or section 34, with imprisonment for a term which shall not be less than four months but which may extend to one year, and shall also be liable to fine :

Provided that the court may, for adequate and sufficient reasons to be mentioned in the judgment, impose a sentence of imprisonment for a term of less than four months;

(b) if the said order was made under sub-section (2) of section 30, with imprisonment for a term which may extend to one month, or with fine which may extend to one hundred rupees, or with both;

(c) if the said notification was made under sub-section (3) of section 30, with fine which may extend to one hundred rupees; or

(d) if the said order was made under section 32, with imprisonment for a term which may extend to three months, or with fine which may extend to five hundred rupees, or with both.

(3) Whoever opposes or fails to conform to any direction given by a police officer under section 31, shall, on conviction, be punished with fine which may extend to two hundred rupees.

Whoever contravenes, or abets the contravention of, any regulation, notice or order made under section 35, section 36 or section 37 shall, on conviction, be punished with imprisonment which may extend to three months, or with fine which may extend to two hundred rupees, or with both.

Whoever opposes or fails to conform to any direction issued under section 46, section 47 or section 48 or abets the opposition to, or the failure to conform to any such direction shall, on conviction, be punished, with imprisonment which shall not be less than four months but which may extend to one year and shall also be liable to fine:

Provided that the court may, for adequate and special reasons to be mentioned in the judgment, impose a sentence of imprisonment for a term of less than four months.

Without prejudice to the power to arrest and remove a person in the circumstances, and in the manner provided in section 53, any person who

(a) in contravention of a direction issued to him under section 46, section 47 or section 48 enters or returns without permission to Delhi, or any part thereof, as the case may be, from which he was directed to remove himself; or

(b) enters or returns to Delhi or any part thereof with permission granted under subsection (1) of section 54, but fails, contrary to the provisions thereof, to remove himself outside such area at the expiry of the temporary period for which he was permitted to enter or return or on the earlier revocation of such permission or having removed himself at the expiry of such temporary period or on revocation of the permission, enters or returns thereafter, without fresh permission, shall, on conviction, be punished with imprisonment for a term which shall not be less than six months but which may extend to two years and shall also be liable to fine :

Provided that the court may, for adequate and special reasons to be mentioned in the judgment, impose a sentence of imprisonment for a term of less than six months.

Whoever contravenes any order made under section 57 shall, on conviction, be punished with imprisonment for a term which may extend to three years, or with fine, or with both.

Whoever opposes or fails forthwith to comply with any reasonable requisition made by a police officer under clause (b) of sub-section (1) of section 59, or abets the opposition thereto or failure to comply therewith, shall, on conviction, be punished with imprisonment for a term which shall not be less than four months but which may extend to one year and shall also be liable to fine :

Provided that the court may, for adequate and special reasons to be mentioned in the judgment, impose a sentence of imprisonment for a term of less than four months.

Whoever opposes or fails to conform to any direction given by any police officer under section 65 or abets the opposition or failure to conform to such direction shall, on conviction, be punished with fine which may extend to fifty rupees.

(1) No person shall without the previous permission of the Commissioner of Police and except in accordance with any conditions subject to which such permission is granted, hold or give in any place which is likely to cause an assembly of persons, any performance in which or during which he buries himself underground or seals himself in any room or receptacle or other thing, in such manner as to prevent all access of air to him and for such time as would ordinarily result in death by suffocation.

(2) if any person contravenes or attempts to contravene the provisions of subsection (1), he shall, on conviction, be punished with imprisonment for a term which may extend to one year or with fine, or with both.

(3) Notwithstanding anything contained in the Code of Criminal Procedure, 1973, the offence punishable under this section shall be cognizable.

(1) Any person, who having been appointed to be a special police officer under section 17 shall without sufficient cause neglect or refuse to serve as such or to obey any lawful order or direction that may be given to him for the performance of his duties as such special police officer, shall, on conviction, be punished with fine which may extend to fifty rupees.

(2) Such punishment shall automatically cancel the certificate of appointment of such a special police officer.

(a) Any person who makes a false statement or uses a false document for the purpose of obtaining employment or release from employment as a police officer, or

(b) any police officer who

(i) is guilty of cowardice, or

(ii) being a police officer of subordinate rank, resigns his office or withdraws himself from duties thereof in contravention of section 25, or

(iii) is guilty of any wilful breach or neglect of any provision of law or of any rule or regulation or any order which he is bound to observe or obey, or

(iv) is guilty of any violation of duty for which no punishment is expressly provided by any other law in force. shall, on conviction, be punished with imprisonment for a term which may extend to three months, or with fine which may extend to one hundred rupees, or with both.

Explanation, A police officer who being absent on leave fails without reasonable cause to report himself for duty on the expiration of such leave shall, or the purpose of sub-clause (ii) of clause (b), be deemed to withdraw himself from the duties of his office within the meaning of section 25.

Any police officer, who wilfully neglects or refuses to deliver up his certificate of appointment or of office or any other article, in accordance with the provisions of sub- section (1) of section 26, shall, on conviction, be punished with imprisonment for a term which may extend to one month, or with fine which may extend to two hundred rupees, or with both.

Any police officer who

(a) without lawful authority or reasonable cause enters or searches, or causes to be entered or searched, any building, vessel, tent or place; or

(b) vexatiously and unnecessarily seizes the property of any person; or

(c) vexatiously and unnecessarily detains, searches or arrests any person; or

(d) offers any unnecessary personal violence to any person in his custody; or

(e) holds out any threat or promise not warranted by law, shall, for every such offence, on conviction, be punished with imprisonment for a term which may extend to six months, or with fine which may extend to five hundred rupees, or with both.

Any police officer who vexatiously and unnecessarily delays the forwarding of any person arrested to a Magistrate or to any other authority to whom he is legally bound to forward such person, shall, on conviction, be punished with imprisonment for a term which may extend to six months, or with fine which may extend to five hundred rupees, or with both.

If any person not being a member of the Delhi police wears, without the permission of an officer authorised by the Administrator in this behalf by general or special order, the uniform of the Delhi police or any dress having the appearance or bearing any of the distinctive marks of that uniform, he shall, on conviction, be punished with fine which may extend to two hundred rupees.

(1) The Commissioner of Police may, by notification in the Official Gazette, make regulations to provide that no person, other than a member of the armed forces of the Union acting as such or a police officer, shall go armed with any sword, spear, buldgeon, gun or other offensive weapon or with any explosive or corrosive substance in any street or public place unless so authorised by such authority as may be specified in such regulations.

(2) Any regulation made under sub-section (1) may provide that any person who goes armed in contravention of such regulation shall be liable to be disarmed by any police officer and the weapon or substance so seized shall be forfeited to the Government, unless redeemed within two months by payment of such fine, not exceeding five hundred rupees, as the Commissioner of Police imposes.

It shall not, except in obedience to a rule, regulation or order made by the Administrator or by the Commissioner of Police, be incumbent on the Delhi police to prosecute for an offence punishable under section 97, section 104, sub-section (1) of section 113, section 114, section 119 or section 121 when such offence has not occasioned serious mischief and has been promptly desisted from on a warning being given.

(1) A court taking cognizance of an offence punishable under section 97, or under clauses (a), (b) or (c) of section 110 may state upon the summons to be served on the accused person that he may, by a specified date, prior to the hearing of the charge plead guilty to the charge by registered letter and remit to the court such sum not exceeding one hundred rupees in the case of an offence punishable under section 97 and in any other case rupees fifty, as the court may specify.

(2) Where an accused person pleads guilty and remits the sum specified in the summons, under sub-section (1), no further proceedings in respect of the offence shall be taken against him.

Subject to the provisions contained in section 300 of the Code of Criminal Procedure, 1973, nothing in this Act shall be construed to prevent any person from being prosecuted and punished under any other law for anything made punishable by this Act or from being prosecuted and punished under this Act for anything made punishable under any other law.

(1) Where an offence under this Act has been committed by a company, every person who at the time the offence was committed, was in charge of, and was responsible to, the company for the conduct of the business of the company, as well as the company, shall be deemed to be guilty of the offence and shall be liable to be proceeded against and punished accordingly :

Provided that nothing contained in this sub-section shall render any such person liable to any punishment provided in this Act, if he proves that the offence was committed without his knowledge or that he exercised all due diligence to prevent the commission of such offence.

(2) Notwithstanding anything contained in sub-section (1), where an offence under this Act has been committed by a company and it is proved that the offence has been committed with the consent or connivance of, or that the commission of the offence is attributable to, any neglect on the part of any director, manager, secretary or other officer of the company, such director, manager, secretary or other officer shall also, be deemed to be guilty of that offence and shall be liable to be proceeded against and punished accordingly.

Explanation. For the purpose of this section,

(a) "company" means a body corporate, and includes a firm or other association of individuals; and

(b) "director", in relation to a firm, means a partner in the firm.

All fees paid for licences or permissions granted under this act, and all sums paid for the service of processes by police officers and all rewards, forfeitures and penalties or shares thereof, which are by law payable to police officers as informers shall, save in so far as any such fees or sums being under the provisions of any enactment for the time being in force to any local authority be credited to the Government:

Provided that with the sanction of the Administrator or under any rule made by the Administrator in that behalf, the whole or any portion of any such reward, forfeiture or penalty may for special service, be paid to a police officer or be divided amongst two or more police officers.

Any order or notification published or issued by the Administrator or by the Commissioner of police or any other police officer under any provision of this Act, and the due publication or issue thereof may be proved by the production of a copy thereof in the Official Gazette, or of a copy thereof signed by the Administrator or Commissioner of Police or other police officer, as the case may be, and by him certified to be a true copy of an original published or issued according to the provisions of this act applicable thereto.

No rule, regulation, order, direction, adjudication, inquiry or notification made or published and no act done under any provision of this Act or any rule or regulation made under this Act, or in substantial conformity with the same, shall be deemed illegal, void, invalid or insufficient by reason of any defect of form or any irregularity of procedure.

Notwithstanding anything contained in any law for the time being in force, in a prosecution for an offence for the contravention of an order made under section 46, section 47 or section 48 on the production of an authentic copy of the order, it shall, until the contrary is proved by the accused, be presumed

(a) that the order was made by the authority competent under this Act to make it;

(b) that the authority making the order was satisfied that the grounds on, or the purpose for which it was made existed, and that it was necessary to make to same; and

(c) that the order was otherwise valid and in conformity with the provisions of this Act.

Whenever in consequence of the office of the Commissioner of Police, Additional Commissioner of Police or any other police officer becoming vacant, any officer holds charge of the post of such Commissioner of Police, Additional Commissioner of Police or other police officer or succeeds either temporarily or permanently, to that post, such officer shall be competent to exercise all the powers and perform all the duties respectively conferred and imposed by or under this Act on the Commissioner of Police or on such Additional Commissioner of Police or other police officer, as the case may be.

If any person permitted to enter or return to the area from which he was directed to remove himself under sub-section (1) of section 54, fails to observe any condition imposed under that sub-section or by the bond executed by him thereunder, his bond shall be forfeited and any person bound thereby shall pay the penalty thereof or show cause to the satisfaction of the court why such penalty should not be paid.

No police officer shall be liable to any penalty or to payment of any damages on account of an act done in good faith in pursuance of or purported to be done in pursuance of any duty imposed or any authority conferred on him by any provision of this Act or any other law for the time being in force or any rule, regulation, order or direction made or given thereunder.

No public servant or person duly appointed or authorised shall be liable to any penalty or to payment of any damage for giving effect in good faith to

(a) any order or direction issued with apparent authority by the Administrator or by a person empowered in that behalf under this Act; or

(b) any rule or regulation made under this Act.

Explanation. In this section, the expression "public servant" has the meaning assigned to it in section 21 of the Indian Penal Code.

(1) In any case of alleged offence by a police officer or other person, or of a wrong alleged to have been done by such police officer or other "person, by any act done under colour of duty or authority or in excess of any such duty or authority, or wherein it shall appear to the court that the offence or wrong if committed or done was of the character aforesaid, the prosecution or suit shall not be entertained and if entertained shall be dismissed if it is instituted, more than three months after the date of the act complained of :

Provided that any such prosecution against a police officer or other person may be entertained by the court, if instituted with the previous sanction of the Administrator, within one year from the date of the offence.

(2) In the case of an intended suit on account of such a wrong as aforesaid, the person intending to sue shall give to the, alleged wrong-doer not less than one month's notice of the intended suit with sufficient description of the wrong complained of, and if no such notice has been given before the institution of the suit, it shall be dismissed.

(3) The plaint shall set forth that a notice as aforesaid has been served on the defendant and the date of such service and shall state what tender of amends, if any, has made by the defendant and a copy of the said notice shall be annexed to the plaint endorsed or accompanied with a declaration by the plaintiff of the time and manner of service thereof.

(1) Any licence or written permission granted under the provisions of this Act shall specify the period and locality for which, and the conditions and restrictions subject to which, the same is granted, and shall be given under the signature of the competent authority.

(2) Any licence or written permission granted under this act may at any time be suspended or revoked by the competent authority if any of its conditions or restrictions are infringed or evaded by the person to whom it has been granted, or if such person is convicted of any offence with respect to any matter to which such licence or permission relates.

(3) When any such licence or written permission is suspended or revoked or when the period for which the same was granted has expired, the person to whom the same was granted shall, for all purposes of this act, be deemed to be without a licence or written permission, until the order for suspending or revoking the same is cancelled, or until the same is renewed, as the case may be.

(4) Every person to whom any such licence or written permission has been granted shall, while the same remains in force, at all reasonable times, produce the same, if so required by a police officer.

Explanation. For the purposes of this section any such infringement or evasion by, or conviction of, a servant or other agent acting on behalf of the person to whom the licence or written permission has been granted shall be deemed to be infringement or evasion or, as the case may be, conviction of, the person to whom such licence or written permission has been granted.

Any notification which may be publicly promulgated, public notice required to be given, order required to be notified publicly or proclamation required to be issued under any of the provisions of this Act shall be in writing, under the signature of a competent authority and shall be published in the locality to be affected thereby, by affixing copies thereof in conspicuous public places, or by proclaiming the same with beat of drums or by advertising, the same in such local newspapers in Hindi, Urdu and English, as the competent authority may deem fit, or by any two or more of these means and by any other means it may think suitable.

Whenever under this Act, the doing or the omitting to do anything or the validity of anything depends upon the consent, approval, declaration, opinion or satisfaction of the competent authority, a written document signed by the competent authority, purporting to convey or set forth such consent, approval, declaration, opinion or satisfaction shall be sufficient evidence thereof.

Every licence, written permission, notice or other document, not being a summons or warrant or search warrant, required by this Act or by any rule or regulation made thereunder, to bear the signature of the Commissioner of Police, shall be deemed to be properly signed if it bears a facsimile of his signature stamped thereon.

(1) In the case of any rule or order made by the Administrator under an authority conferred by this Act and requiring the public or a particular class of persons to perform some duty or act, or to conduct or order themselves or those under their control in a manner therein described, it shall be competent for any person interested to apply to the Administrator by a memorial to annul, reverse, or alter the rule or order aforesaid on the ground of its being unlawful, oppressive or unreasonable.

(2) After such an application as aforesaid and rejection thereof wholly or in part or after the lapse of four months without an answer to such application or a decision thereon published by the Administrator, it shall be competent for the person interested and deeming the rule or order to be contrary to law to institute a suit in the principal civil court of original jurisdiction against the Administrator for a declaration that the rule or order is unlawful either wholly or in part.

(3) Where in any suit instituted under sub-section (2) or on appeal therefore, the court adjudges a rule or order to the unlawful, the rule or order shall be annulled or so altered as to make it conformable to law.

(1) The Commissioner of Police shall exercise all powers and discharge all functions which may be exercised or discharged by a District Magistrate under the Acts mentioned in Schedule I including the rules made thereunder.

(2) The Commissioner of Police may authorise any Additional Commissioner of Police, Deputy Commissioner of Police or Additional Deputy Commissioner of Police to exercise any of the powers or discharge any of the functions of the Commissioner of Police mentioned in sub-section (1) in accordance with the general or special orders of the Administrator.

(3) The powers and functions of a District Magistrate under the Sarias Act, 1867, shall be exercised and discharged by the Administrator or such officer as the Administrator may, by notification in the Official Gazette, authorise in this behalf.

(1) The Administrator may make rules for carrying out the purposes of this Act.

(2) In particular and without prejudice to the generality of the foregoing power, such rules may provide for all or any of the following matters, namely :

(a) recruitment to, and the pay, allowances and all other conditions of service of the members of, the Delhi police under clause (b) of section 5;

(b) the manner of publication, under sub-section (2) of section 17, by the Commissioner of Police, of the names of special police officers appointed under that section;

(3) awarding of any of the punishments referred to in sub-section (1) or sub-section (2) of section 21 to any police officer of subordinate rank;

(d) procedure for awarding punishments under section 22;

(e) form of Discharge Certificate under sub-section (8) of section 25;

(f) determination of the cost of employing additional police under sub-section (2) of section 38;

(g) manner of taking measurements and photographs under section 55 of a person against whom an order has been made under section 46, section 47 or section 48;

(h) manner of constituting Defence Societies under rub-section (1) of section 58;

(i) form of receipt to be given in respect of any article detained under section 62;

(j) the authority to whose satisfaction claims are to be established under subsection (2) of section 69 and the form and manner in which claims may be made under that sub-section, the procedure for dealing with such claims and all other matters connected therewith under sub-section (3) of that section;

(k) payment to any police officer or division among two or more police officers the whole or any portion of any reward, forfeiture or penalty, under the proviso to section 132;

(l) any other matter which has to be, or may be, prescribed, or provided for by rules, under this Act.

(1) Every rule and regulation made under this Act shall be made by notification in the Official Gazette.

(2) Every rule and regulation made under this act shall be laid, as soon as may be after it is made, before each House of Parliament, while it is in session, for a total period of thirty days which may be comprised in one session or in two or more successive sessions, and if, before the expiry of the session immediately following the session or the successive sessions aforesaid, both Houses agree in making any modification in the rule or regulation, as the case may be, or both houses agree that the rule or regulation should not be made, the rule or regulation shall thereafter have effect only in such modified form or be of no effect as the case may be; so, however, that any such modification or annulment shall be without prejudice to the validity of anything previously done under that rule or regulation.

(3) Every rule and regulation made under this Act shall also be laid before the Metropolitan Council of Delhi.

(1) On the commencement of this Act, the enactments specified in Schedule II shall cease to be in force in Delhi: Provided that

(i) all rules and standing orders made (including the Punjab Police Rules, as in force in Delhi), appointments made, powers conferred, orders made or passed, directions and certificates issued, consent, permit, permission or licence given, summons or warrants issued or served, persons arrested or detained or discharged on bail or bond, search warrants issued, bonds forfeited and penalties incurred under any such enactment shall, in so far as they are consistent with this act, be deemed to have been respectively made, conferred, passed, given, issued, served, arrested, detained, discharged, forfeited or incurred under this Act;

(ii) all references in any enactment to any of the provisions of the enactments so ceasing to be in force shall, in relation to Delhi, be construed as references to the corresponding provisions of this Act.

(2) The cesser of operating under sub-section (1) of an enactment specified in Schedule II shall not affect

(a) the validity, invalidity, effect or consequence of anything done or suffered to be done thereunder before the commencement of this Act;

(b) any right, privilege, obligation or liability already acquired, accrued or incurred thereunder before such commencement;

(c) any penalty, forfeiture or punishment incurred or inflicted in respect of any act thereunder before such commencement;

(d) any investigation, legal proceeding or remedy in respect of such right, privilege, obligation, liability, penalty, forfeiture or punishment; or

(e) any legal proceeding thereunder pending in any court or before any officer immediately before such commencement or anything done or suffered to be done in the course of such proceedings, and any such proceeding or any appeal or revisional proceedings arising out of such proceeding shall, save as otherwise expressly provided in section 150 be instituted, continued or disposed of, as the case may be, as if this Act had not been enacted.

Without prejudice to the provisions contained in section 149,

(a) the police force functioning in Delhi immediately before the commencement of this Act (hereafter in this section referred to as the existing police force) shall, on such commencement, be deemed to be police force constituted under this Act and every member of the existing police force holding the office mentioned in column (1) of schedule III, immediately before such commencement, shall be deemed to be appointed, on such commencement, to the office mentioned in the corresponding entry in column (2) of that Schedule;

(b) all proceedings (including proceedings by any of investigations) pending before any police officer of the existing police force, immediately before the commencement of this Act shall on such commencement be deemed to be proceedings pending before him in his capacity as the holder of the office to which he is deemed to be appointed under clause (a) and shall be dealt with accordingly;

(c) where any power or function which may be exercised or discharged under any law by a District Magistrate or Executive Magistrate immediately before the commencement of this Act has been conferred on the Commissioner of Police or any other police officer by or under this Act, all proceedings in relation to or arising from the exercise of such power or the discharge of such function pending immediately before such conferment before the District Magistrate, or the Executive Magistrate, as the case may be, shall, on the conferment of such power or function on" the Commissioner of Police or other police officer stand transferred to the Commissioner of Police or other police officer, as the case may be, and the officer to whom such proceedings stand so transferred shall either proceed de novo or from the stage of such transfer.

(1) If any difficulty arises in giving effect to the provisions of this Act in consequence of the transition to the said provisions from the provisions of the enactments mentioned in Schedule II, the Central Government may, by notification in the Official Gazette, make such provisions as appear to it to be necessary or expedient for removing the difficulty;

Provided that no such notification shall be issued after the expiry of two years from the commencement of this Act.

(2) Every notification issued under this section shall, as soon as may be after it is issued, be laid before each House of Parliament.

(1) The Delhi Police Ordinance, 1978 is hereby repealed.

(2) Notwithstanding such repeal, anything done or any action taken under the Ordinance so repealed shall be deemed to have been done or taken under the corresponding provisions of this Act.

SCHEDULE [See section 146(1)] SCHEDULE 1

[See section 146(1)]

PART I

CENTERAL ACTS

1. The Press and Registration of Books Act, 1867.

2. The Indian Explosives Act, 1884.

3. The Indian Lunacy Act, 1912.

4. The Poisons Act, 1919.

5. The Police (Incitement to Disaffection) Act, 1922.

6. The Cinematograph Act, 1952.

7. The Suppression of Immoral Traffic in Women and Girls Act, 1956.

8. The Arms Act, 1959.

9. The Prevention of Cruelty to Animals Act, 1960

PART II

DELHI

ACTS AND ACTS EXTENDED TO DELHI

1. The Madras Registration of Habitual Offenders Act, 1948, as in force in Delhi.

2. The Punjab Security of State Act, 1953, as in force in Delhi.

3. The Madras Dramatic Performance Act, 1954, as in force in Delhi.

4. The Delhi Public Gambling Act, 1955.

5. The Bombay Prevention of Begging Act, 1959, as in force in Delhi.

SCHEDULESCHEDULE II

(See section 149)

Year

No.

Short title

1861

V

The Police Act, 1861

1872

IV

Section 40 of the Punjab Laws Act, 1872, as in force in Delhi.

1951

XXII

The Provisions of Bombay Police Act, 1951, as in force in Delhi.

SCHEDULE III

(See section 150)

Designation of officer in the Delhi Police

Posts to which the officers of the Delhi Police shall be deemed to be appointed

(1)

(2)

1. Inspector General of Police Commissioner of Police

2. Deputy Inspector General of Police Additional Commissioner of Police

3. Superintendent of Police Deputy Commissioner of Police

4. Assistant Inspector General of Police Deputy Commissioner of Police

5. Additional Superintendent of Police Additional Deputy Commissioner of Police

6. Assistant Superintendent of Police Assistant Commissioner of Police

7. Deputy Superintendent of Police Assistant Commissioner of Police

In exercise of the powers conferred by Section 147(1) and (2) of the Delhi Police Act (Act 34 of 1978), 1978 the Administrator of Delhi is pleased to make the following rules, namely:

These Rules shall be called "The Delhi Police (Appointment and Recruitment) Rules, 1980."

(a) They shall apply to all non-gazetted employees of the Delhi Police.

(b) They shall come into force with effect from the date of their publication in the Delhi Gazette.

(i) "Appointing Authority" in relation to Inspector of Police means the Additional Commissioner of Police and in relation to the subordinate police officers below the rank of Inspector means the Deputy Commissioner of Police including the Additional Deputy Commissioner of Police, Principal/P.T.S. or any other officer of equal rank.

(ii) Competent authority means the Commissioner of Police or any other police officer specially authorised by him under these rules to appoint a police officer of subordinate rank of Delhi Police.

(ii-a) "Employees" means non-gazetted employees of the Delhi Police Force.

(iii) Probation means a period of trial of a person appointed temporarily or in an officiating capacity against temporary or permanent post of a police of subordinate rank.

(i) Appointing authorities The following authorities shall be competent to make appointments to various subordinate ranks of Delhi Police: Class of Police Officers

Authority to whom the power of appointment is delegated

The extent of delegation

(i) Inspector Addl. C.P.

Full powers subject to the rules framed hereunder.

(ii)" Sub-Inspr.

(i) DCP

Do

(ii) Addl. DCP

(iii) Principal/PTS

(iv) Any other officer of equivalent rank.

(iii) ASI

Do

Do

(iv) H.C.

Do

Do

(v) Constables

Do

Do

(ii) Substantive appointments : The power to confirm the officers of subordinate rank appointed temporarily or on probation shall vest in the prescribed appointing authority.

(iii) All subordinate ranks i.e., constable to Inspector of Delhi Police shall be allotted permanent enrolment numbers. These numbers shall not change with the posting of the individual from one Unit to another. A permanent record of such numbers serial-wise shall be kept in Police Headquarters in the subjoined proforma: No.

Name

Parentage

Rank

Date/Year of Appointment

(iv) No number shall be allotted to a civilian employee.

(v) An alphabetical index of all subordinate ranks in Form-A shall be maintained at P.H.O. for Asst. Sub-Inspectors to Inspectors by Confidential Branch and for Head Constables, Constables and other categories by the Character Roll Branch.

(a) Save in the case of Ministerial Cadre, Women Police and other specialised appointments, as hereinafter provided in these rules, direct recruitment to subordinate ranks (executive) of Delhi Police shall be made only at two levels viz. Sub Inspectors and Constables.

11. Substituted vide Notification No. F. 5/67/83-Home (P)/Estt. dt. 15-11-85. (b) In rule 5 of the Delhi Police (Appointment and Recruitment) Rules, 1980, hereinafter referred to as the "Principal Rules" for the existing sub-rule (b), the following shall be substituted, "(b) Other things being equal, in the recruitment for various tests in Delhi Police, sons/daughters of serving/retired/deceased Police personnel including the Class IV employees of Delhi Police, shall be given preference over other candidates subject to their fulfilling the prescribed educational and physical standards and also subject to such appointment not exceeding 5% of the total number of vacancies in a year.

(c) Appointments to the force shall be subject to the orders, issued by the Govt, of India from time to time regarding special representation in the service for Scheduled Castes, Scheduled Tribes, Ex-servicemen, 22. Added vide Notification No. F. 5/67/83-H(P) Estt. Dated 15-11-85. Outstanding sportsmen, departmental candidates, etc.

33. Substituted vide Notification No. F. 5/67/83-Home (P) Estt. dt. 15-11-85 for the existing such rule (d). (d) "Notwithstanding the above rules, the Commissioner of Police shall be the competent authority to appoint in relaxation of the procedure of recruitment through the Employment exchange and without subjecting to competitive test, the sons/daughters of Delhi Police personnel who die in harness leaving their families in immediate need of

11. Substituted vide Notification No. F. 5 / 15 / 82-H (P) Estt. dated 2-5-83: (e)

(i) All direct appointments of employees shall be made initially on purely temporary basis. All employees appointed to the Delhi Police shall be on probation for a period of two years :

Provided that the competent authority may extend the period of probation but in no case shall the period of probation extend beyond three years in all.

(ii) The services of an employee appointed on probation are liable to be terminated without assigning any reason.

(iii) After successful completion of the period of probation, the employee shall be confirmed in the Delhi Police by the competent authority, subject to the availability of permanent post.

(f) All direct recruits (Non-gazetted officers)in Delhi Police shall, before appointment, be required to execute a bond for the refund of capitation charges for the training imparted to them, in full, in lump sum, if they leave without completing 5 years' service from the date of appointment in the Delhi Police :

Provided that the said charges may not be recovered from those who leave the service of the Delhi Police to secure employment under a State Government/Central Government or a public sector undertaking.

(g) All enrolled police officers shall have to take an oath of allegiance to the Union of India and the Constitution.

22. Added vide Notification No. F. 5/46/84-H(P) Estt., dated 23-1 1-84. (h) Notwithstanding anything contained in these Rules, where the Administrator/ Commissioner of Police is of opinion that it is necessary or expedient in the interest of work so to do, he may make appointments to all non-gazetted categories of both executive and ministerial cadres of Delhi Police on deputation basis by drawing suitable persons from any other State(s) or Union Territory or Central Police Organisation or any other force. Where such appointments are made by the Commissioner of Police, the same shall be reported to the administrator forthwith. Such appointments on deputation basis shall also be subject to orders issued by the Govt, of India/Delhi Administration from time to time governing the deputation of government servants.

(i) No person who is not a citizen of India shall except with the consent of the Central Government to be obtained in writing in advance, be appointed, enrolled or employed in Delhi Police.

(ii) No person, who has more than one wife living or who having a spouse living marries in any case in which such marriage is void by reason of its taking place during the life time of such spouse, shall be eligible for appointment, enrolment or employment in Delhi Police.

(iii) Every candidate shall make a declaration in form No. B about his marital status before he is enlisted.

(iv) No person shall be appointed to any post in Delhi Police unless he has been certified as physically fit for police service by form D and F by a medical authority to be appointed for the purpose by the Commissioner of Police.

Fifty per cent of vacancies in the rank of Sub-Inspector (Executive) shall be filled by direct recruitment and 50% by promotion out of 50% direct quota, 10% of the posts shall be filled by limited department competitive tests from amongst constables, Head constables, and Asstt. Sub-Inspectors with minimum 5 years of service who shall not be more than 35 years (40 years for Scheduled Castes/ Scheduled Tribes candidates) of age on the first day of January of the year if the examination is held in the first half of the year and on the first day of July of the year if the examination is held in the later half of the year. The educational qualifications and other physical standards for the test shall be the same as prescribed in the Rules for direct recruitments to such posts. The unfilled vacancies reserved for the departmental candidates will be carried forward for 3 recruitment years as in the case of vacancies for the scheduled tribe candidate whereafter the unfilled vacancies will be filled by direct recruitment. Education, physical and other standards for the post of Sub-Inspector (direct recruited) shall be as under : Rule 7 of the Delhi Police Rules is as follows : Recruitment of SI (Executive) fifty per cent of the vacancies in the rank of SI and executives shall be filled by direct recruitment and 50% of the vacancies by way of promotion. Out of 50% direct quota 10% of the posts shall be filled through the deptt. candidates viz. the constable, Head constable and the ASI of not more than 30 years of age having the requisite qualifications and standards through the examinations for the departmental candidates by the SSC in accordance with relevant rules. Educational, Physical and other standards for the posts of Sub-Inspector (direct recruited) shall be as under : According to the interpretation placed upon the Rule by the High Court while 15 per cent of the total number of vacancies available for direct recruitment are reserved for Scheduled Castes, it is not permissible to reserve any vacancy for departmental candidates belonging to Scheduled Castes. According to the High Court that would give departmental candidates belonging to the Scheduled Castes a double advantage. We fail to see how they get a double advantage. If we look at the break up given by the Respondents themselves, we see that out of a total of 170 vacancies, 15% of 170, that is, 25 vacancies are reserved for Scheduled Castes. Out of the 25 vacancies so reserved for Scheduled Castes, 10% of 25, that is 3 (correcting 2.5 to the nearest numeral) are reserved for departmental candidates belonging to the Scheduled Castes.

Selection of candidates for categories other than Sub- Inspectors (Executive) shall be made by Departmental Selection Boards to be constituted by the Commissioner of Police as under:

(i) Delhi being a cosmopolitan city, it is imperative to attract candidates from all parts of the country.

(ii) The recruitment of constables shall be done twice a year in the months of January and July by the Board to be nominated by the Commissioner of Police as per Rule 8.

(iii) The Commissioner of Police may also order special recruitment at any time if there are sufficient number of vacancies and the panels prepared earlier have exhausted.

(iv) A panel shall be drawn up of selected candidates on the basis of existing and anticipated vacancies. This panel shall be valid till the next recruitment is held.

(v) Physical, educational, age and other standards for recruitment to the rank of constables shall be as under: (a) Age...

18-21

Relaxable by 5 years for-

(i) Scheduled Castes/Scheduled Tribes candidates.

(ii) Sportsmen of distinction.

(iii) Ex-servicemen as per Rule 28 of these rules.

(b) Height...

170 centimetres.

Relaxable by 5 centimetres for residents of Hill areas e.g., Gurkhas, Garhwalis.

(c) Chest ...

81 centimetres to 85 centimetres

Relaxable by 5 centimetres for residents of hill areas.

(d) Educational Qualification

Matric/Higher Secondary or 10th of 10 plus 2.

Relaxable upto 9th pass only for : (i) Bandsmen, buglers, mounted constables, drivers, despatch riders etc.

Substituted vide Notification No. F/5/67/83-Home(P)/Estt. dt. 15-11-85.

(ii) For sons/daughters of deceased/ retired police personnel including category 'D' employees of Delhi Police.

(e) Physical standard Sound state of health, free from defect/deformity disease, vision 6/12 without glasses both eyes, free from colour blindness.

No relaxation permissible

(f) Reservation vacancies.

(i) For Scheduled Castes, Scheduled Tribes, Ex-servicemen etc., as per orders issued by Government from time to time.

Substituted vide Notification No. F/5/67/83-Home(P)/Estt dt 15-11-85.

"For sons/daughters of serving/retired/ deceased police personnel, not more than 5% of vacancies in that recruitment year."

(vi) The Commissioner of Police shall frame standing orders prescribing application forms and detailed procedure to be followed for conducting physical efficiency, physical measurement, written tests and viva-voce for regulating the above-mentioned recruitment.

(vii) Added vide Notification No.F. 5/67/83 Home (P) Estt. dt 15-11-85. The following sub-rule (vii) shall be added :

(vii) "Relaxation. Addl. Commissioner of Police (Armed Police and Training) can grant relaxation to the sons/daughters of either serving, retired or deceased police personnel and category 'D' employees of Delhi Police who do not fulfil the general conditions of physical standard, age and educational qualifications Relaxation of maximum of 5 centimetres in height and chest measurement, one standard in educational qualification and maximum age limit upto 25 years. Any candidate of this category can take the test with prior approval of the Dy. Commissioner of Police concerned. Proper sanction for relaxation shall be obtained from Addl. C.P. (APandT), Delhi in case of those candidates who qualify in the test and come within the selection range. Their names will be included in the panel of qualifying candidates subject to requisite relaxation being granted by Addl. C.P. (AP and T), Delhi."

Direct recruitment to ministerial cadre shall be made only in the rank of Head Constable (Ministerial) and of Stenographers in the rank of Assistant Sub-Inspector. Competitive examinations for the purpose shall be held once or more frequently every year as the Commissioner of Police may decide depending upon the number of vacancies. Candidates from open market as well as from the department shall be eligible. Detailed standing orders prescribing subjects of tests, marks assigned for each, for shorthand/typewriting (English/Hindi) separately and producer for conducting tests shall be issued by the Commissioner of Police. Physical, standard, education, age and other standards for appointment to the rank Of Head Constable (Ministerial) and Assistant Sub-Inspector (Stenographer) shall be as under: Head constables (Ministerial/Assistant Sub-Inspectors (Stenographers).

(1) Shorthand reporters shall be in two ranks : Sub-Inspectors and Assistant Sub-Inspectors. All the vacancies of Assistant Sub- Inspectors (Shorthand reporters) shall be filled by direct recruitment whereas 50% of the vacancies of shorthand reporters (Sub-Inspectors) shall be filled by direct recruitment. The remaining 50% shall be filled by promotion as per rules.

(1)E.D.P. Programme Assistant/Console operator is a technical selection post and shall be filled firstly by promotion failing which by direct recruitment and lastly by transfer/ deputation. The, promotion shall be made on the recommendations of a Departmental Promotion Committee, consisting of Additional Commissioner of Police, Deputy Commissioner of Police/Communication and Transport and one more member to be nominated by the Commissioner of Police.

(2) For promotion and deputation. There shall be no age limit as prescribed for direct appointment in these Rules but the candidates must possess other qualifications as prescribed for direct recruits for the rank/category.

(3) For promotion from the post of Machine Room Progammer, the officer should have at least six years service in that grade and for deputation the officer should have at least 3 years service in programming/console operation in any State/Central Government E.D.P. organisation, in a post carrying pay scale not below the scale of Sub-Inspector.

(4) Direct appointments in this category shall be made on temporary basis and no applicant shall be accepted as a candidate for direct appointment unless he has been certified as physically fit by the police surgeon or a medical officer to be detailed by the Commissioner of Police and of good character. The candidates must further possess age and other qualifications as under : (a) Age

18-30 years

Relaxable upto 40 years from candidates with special merit and experience.

(b) Academic & other qualifications

(i) Bachelor's degree in Art/Science/ Commerce with one paper in mathematics or statistics or both from a recognised university.

(ii) Must possess three months training in computer programming/ console operations.

(c) Desirable

(i) Three years experience in data processing work in any E.D.P. organisation.

(ii) Candidates working on Crime/ Criminal information- system in police organisations will be preferred.

(d) Medical fitness

Of sound health, free from defect/ deformity/disease, better eye 6/6 without glasses, worse eye 6/36 corrected with glasses upto 6/9 or 6/12 without glasses both eyes. Free from colour blindness.

Selection for direct appointment to the posts of Librarian and Statistician shall be made by the Board of Officers to be nominated by Commissioner of Police under rule 8 of these Rules. No candidate shall be accepted for appointment unless he has been certified as physically fit and of good character for police service. The candidates must further possess qualifications for their respective categories as under : The Commissioner of Police shall prescribe the details of tests etc., if any, required to be conducted for selecting men for appointment to these posts by means of a standing order.

(1) Direct recruitment of women Police shall be made in the rank of Sub-Inspector and Assistant Sub-Inspector only. Wives and daughters of subordinate ranks, who die in service and whose families are left in indigent circumstances may, however, be considered by the Commissioner of Police for appointment as lady constables against vacancies of male constables subject to their possessing the requisite age and educational standards as prescribed for male constables and medical fitness, in exceptional circumstances.

(2) 50% of the total sanctioned posts for women police in the ranks of Sub-Inspector and 75% in the ranks of Assistant Sub-Inspector (till constables/ Head Constables continue to exits on the cadre of lady police after that the percentage of direct recruitment in the rank of lady Assistant Sub-Inspector shall be cent per cent) shall be filled by direct appointment.

(3) Qualifications, physical standard, age etc., for recruitment to women police shall be as under:

(A) SUB-INSPECTORS (WOMEN)

1. Age on date of appointment

20 years to 25 years relaxable upto 30 years for

(i) Scheduled Castes/Scheduled Tribes and windows, divorced and judicially separated women.

(ii) for departmental candidates.

2. Qualifications

Degree from a recognised University 157 centimetres.

Relaxable by 5 centimetres in case of

(i) Scheduled Castes/Scheduled Tribes candidates.

(ii) for candidates from Hill areas.

Added vide Notification No. F.5/67/83-Home (P) Estt. dt 15-11-85.

(iii) In case of compassionate appointments.

4. General Physical Standard

Sound state of health, free from disease defect/deformity and vision 6/12 without glasses (both eyes), should be free from colour blindness.

(B) ASSISTANT SUB-INSPECTORS (WOMEN)

1. Age on date of appointment 18 years to 25 years. Relaxation as for Sub-Inspectors (Women).

2. Qualifications Higher Secondary or equivalent or 10+2 years course.

3. Height 157 centimetres, relaxation as for Sub-Inspectors (Women).

4. General Physical Standards Sound state of health, free from disease/ defect/deformity and vision 6/12 without glasses (both eyes) should be free from colour blindness.

Substituted vide Notification No. F. 10/41/83-Home (P)/ Estt dt 20-1-84.

(C) LADY CONSTABLES

1. Age

18-25 years, relaxable for:

(i) Scheduled Castes/Scheduled Tribes, divorced and judicially separated women, upto 30 years;

(ii) Compassionate appointment upto 50 years.

2. Height

157 centimetres relaxable by 2 cms. for:-

(i) Scheduled Castes/Scheduled Tribes candidates;

(ii) Candidates from hill areas; and

(iii) Compassionate appointment.

3. Education Matriculation or its equivalent, relaxable upto 9th Class for compassionate appointment.

4. Physical standard Sound state of health, free from defect/ deformity/disease, without coloured eyes blindness and visual acuity as for male constables.

Added vide Notification No. F. 5/67/83 H (P) Estt. dt 15-11-85.

5. Other conditions

Subject to the above provisions, all the conditions of rule 9 regarding male constables including power to relax standard and reservation of posts of certain categories will be applicable in the case of lady constable also.

There shall be no direct recruitment to the rank of Head Constables or Sub-Inspectors (Armourers) and all vacancies shall be filled by promotion in accordance with the rules.

(1) A select list of matriculate/equivalent Constables with not less than three years of service, having an aptitude to work as armourers shall be prepared by the Board of Officers consisting of Deputy Commissioner of Police/lst Battalion, Deputy Commissioner of Police/Lines and Inspector (Arms) for training as armourers. Their names shall be placed on the approved list in order of seniority based on date of appointment and date of bringing names on the list. The approved candidates will work as helpers and remain under training with qualified armourers for familiarising themselves with various components of arms sanctioned for Delhi Police.

(2) After the training of 6 months, they shall be tested by a Board of Officers to be nominated by Additional Commissioner of Police (Armed Police and Training) for training in 48 weeks Basic Armourers Course of Armoury School of Instructions according to the number of seats allotted by the army authorities. On successfully completing the Armourers Basic Training Course, they shall be appointed as Armourers against sanctioned posts according to their seniority, reckoned from the date of passing the course. Those qualifying on the same date shall have inter-seniority on the basis of their original seniority in the rank of constable.

(1) Direct recruitment to the Mounted Police shall be made only in the rank of Constables. Vacancies in other ranks shall be filled by promotion from the lower ranks in the Mounted Police according to the rules governing promotion.

(2) Vacancies in the rank of Constables (Mounted) may also be filled in by transfer of men from the executive, for which volunteers may be called for from all the Districts/ Units from amongst constables with at least 3 years of service, physically fit and with aptitude for riding and maintenance of mounts. The volunteers shall be tested in riding by a Board of Officers to be appointed by Additional Commissioner of Police (Armed Police and Training) in order to judge their suitability. The Board shall select suitable candidates after considering their service record, experience and general suitability for Mounted Police. An approved list shall be maintained in the office of Deputy Commissioner of Police/Lines, in order of seniority reckoned from the date of their enlistment in the Police Department and date of bringing of their names on the approved list. Vacancies shall be filled in from the list as and when the same occur. Transfer of Constables from Mounted Police to general duty in case of general unsuitability or on administrative grounds shall be ordered by the Deputy Commissioner of Police/Old Police Lines only with the prior approval of Additional Commissioner of Police (Armed Police and Training).

(3) For candidates registered with the Employment Exchange or from open market physical, educational and other standards for appointment to the rank of Constable (Mounted Police) shall be as under:

1. Age

18-21 years relaxable by 5 years for Scheduled Castes/Scheduled Tribes candidates and for ex-servicemen as per rule 27.

2. Height

170 centimetres relaxable by 5 centimetres for residents of hill areas.

3. Chest.

81 to 85 cm. relaxable by 5 centimetres for residents of hill areas.

4. Educational Standard.

Matric/ Higher Secondary 10th of 10+2.

5. Physical Standard...

Sound health, free from defect/ deformity-disease, vision 6/6 without glasses both eyes/free from colour blindness.

(i) Appointments to the various specialist posts in the Radio (Wireless) and M.T. staff (listed below) shall generally be made by promotion, by the competent authority as prescribed in the Rules. In case, however, suitable men conforming to the standards as prescribed in the rules are not available, the posts may be filled by direct recruitment by a Board of Officers to be nominated by the Commissioner of Police as provided in rule 7 of these rules. Age, educational and other standards for these posts shall be as under.

(a) Vacancies of M.T. Drivers and Despatch Riders shall be filled by direct recruitment at the level of Constables only. The Head Constable shall be appointed by promotion as per rules. For appointment to the post of constables (drivers) volunteers shall be invited from amongst serving constables along with the candidates from open market. These candidates shall be tested in driving/maintenance of vehicles etc. as per procedure to be prescribed by the Commissioner of Police in a Standing Order. The Selected candidates will then be got medically examined by the Police Surgeon (particularly in respect of eye-sight) in order to ensure that they have a standard vision for the post of driver. The names of the selected candidates shall be brought on select list. Appointment shall be made out of the said select list. They shall be absorbed in M.T. cadre in strict order of seniority which shall be determined on the basis of dates of appointment and date of bringing their names on the M.T. list, as and when vacancies occur. Efforts shall be made to ensure that at least 50 names remain on the select list of approved drivers at all times, so that vacancies occurring from time to time can be filled in without any loss of time.

(b) The candidates selected for enlistment as constable (Drivers/Despatch Riders) from the open market will undergo full recruitment training course which will also include training in driving/maintenance of vehicles. Candidates selected from amongst serving constables will only undergo 3 months training in driving and maintenance of vehicles. However, ex-servicemen candidates will only be put through a short re-orientation course before posting them as a driver.

(c) "The education standard for MT Drivers/Despatch Riders shall be as for Constables; mentioned in Rule 9. As for age, they shall be between Constable and the candidates I belonging to Scheduled Castes/Scheduled Tribes. In addition, they should hold a valid driving licence for heavy vehicles and motor-cycle or auto rickshaw."

Selection of candidates for appointment to the post of Junior Research Officers, draftsman, etc. shall be made through Employment Exchange subject to usual reservations for Scheduled Castes/ Scheduled Tribes and other Categories as prescribed by Government from time to time. In case candidates of requisite Qualifications cannot be found from employment Exchange, the vacancies shall be advertised and selection made by a Departmental Selection Committee to be constituted by the Commissioner of Police under Rule 8 of these Rules. The candidates selected by the Selection Board shall be appointed temporarily on probation for two years as in Rule 5 (e) after they have been declared medically fit and their character antecedents have been verified as good. Age, Qualifications etc. for these posts shall be as under:-

(1) Professional trakers may be recruited as constable upto the age of 35 years. The height standard prescribed for constables shall not be obligatory in the case of trakers but they should be of sound Health... good character and medically fit. Men enlisted as trakers shall, not be promoted or transferred for general police duties unless they are thoroughly qualified for such duties.

(2) Professional trakers shall ordinarily be employed entirely as such and should receive only elementary training in drill, musk entry or general duties of a police officer.

(1) Bandsmen and buglars shall be enlisted centrally in the rank of constable by the DCP/Lines by notifying the vacancies to Employment Exchange, neighbouring States, local Soldiers Board. Reservations shall be made for Scheduled Castess/Scheduled Tribes and Ex-servicemen as per Government of India orders issued from time to time. No applicant shall be accepted as a candidate for appointment unless he has been certified physically fit for police service. The candidates must possess age and other standards as prescribed in Rule 9 of these Rules. Selection shall be made by a board of officers consisting of Dy-Commissioner of Police, as President, Asstt. Commissioner of Police and Inspector (Band) as members to be nominated by Commissioner of Police. The Board shall actually test the candidates in playing of band instrument/bugles and ensure that they are really proficient, before approving them for appointment.

(2) Selected bandsmen/buglars shall receive training in P.T. and parade along with other recruits. They shall also be imparted training in elementary law and procedure. In addition, they shall practise instruments under the Band Master of Brass Band, Pipe Bands, for a period of 3 months each, by rotation.

(1) As prescribed in section 13 of the Delhi Police Act, 1978, every enrolled police officer i.e., constable to Inspector shall, on enrolment, be given a certificate of appointment in form No. 'F'. He shall sign its receipt in his character roll. Such certificate shall be signed by the officer empowered to make the appointment

(2) A certificate of appointment is a document designed to help the police officer to establish his identity during performance of his duty. It shall bear his photograph/ signatures and constabulary/range No. It shall not, however, be equal to a letter of appointment.

Rule 22 of the Principal Rules shall be substituted as under : "Seniority in the case of upper and lower subordinate shall be initially reckoned from the date of first appointment, and officer of subordinate rank promoted from a lower rank being considered senior, to persons appointed direct to the same rank on the same day, till seniority is finally settled by confirmation. The seniority of direct recruits in all ranks except Sub-Inspectors (Ex.) appointed as a result of some examination or selection shall be reckoned by the order of merit determined. By the Selection Board and in case no order of merit is indicated by the age of candidates, the oldest being placed senior-most and the youngest the junior-most. The inter-seniority of directly recruited Sub-Inspectors (Ex.) shall be fixed, on the basis of total of marks obtained by them in the Staff Selection Commission Examination/ Interview as well as in the final examination held at Police Training School/College.

(1) Great care shall be taken to ensure that the date of birth of every police officer of subordinate rank is correctly recorded at the time of appointment, as this record because of utmost importance in deciding the officer right to pension and is accepted as decisive in the absence of proof that the original entry was wrong and that the date of birth originally recorded was due to a bona fide clerical mistake. The best proof of age is university or school leaving certificate in the case of fresh recruits and the age given in the military discharge certificate in the case of ex-military personnel.

(2) In no case shall a correction in recorded date of birth be allowed at any stage after it has been once recorded and accepted to be correct by the individual concerned in service book or Character Roll.

(1) Before enrolment, every candidate shall be medically examined and certified physically fit for police service by the police surgeon or medical officer appointed by the Commissioner of Police. A certificate, in forms 'D' 'E' duly signed by the medical officer, is essential for enrolment. Before his medical examination the candidates shall be required to give a declaration in form 'C' in the presence of the medical officer such declaration being a precondition for enrolment. The candidates declared medically unfit shall be informed, in writing, of the reasons of unfitness.

(2) The medical examination shall be conducted in accordance with the instructions contained in Appendix-XXX. The medical officer shall test the eye sight, speech and hearing of the candidate, his freedom from physical defects, organic or contagious disease, his age or any other defects or tendency likely to render him unfit for police service. Candidate shall be rejected for any disease or defect likely to render them unfit for the duties of a police officer at any stage.

(3) The appointing authorities may themselves reject candidates whose general standards of physique and intelligence are not satisfactory. Only those candidates shall be sent for medical examination who measure upto the requisite physical standards.

(4) In the case of women recruits, the medical examination shall be conducted by an approved lady Medical Officer.

(5) Every candidate shall be duly screened during medical examination and those candidates who are finally found fit, their blood tests shall be carried out and the result of their blood grouping indicated. This shall form a permanent record with their Character Roll so that blood of proper grouping could be made available to them in case of any medical emergency, without any loss of time.

(1) Every candidate shall, before appointment, produce an attestation form, duly certified by two gazetted officers, testifying that the candidate bears a good moral character and they are not aware of anything adverse against him. The candidate may be provisionally enrolled pending verification of his character and antecedents which shall be done by making a reference to the concerned police station. Standing instructions in this regard laying down the procedure for getting such verifications shall be issued by the Commissioner of Police.

(2) An entry about the result of verification of character and antecedents shall be made in the service book/character Roll of the police officer concerned, The papers of such verification shall be filed with his Miscellaneous Personal File.

(1) The general conditions of service of all police officers of subordinate rank, such as pay, pension, leave, joining time, travelling allowance, etc. shall be governed by the rules framed in this behalf, under the Delhi Police Act, 1978 or where such rules are silent, by the rules/ orders as applicable to other Central Govt, civil servants as issued by the Govt, of India from time to time as may be expedient.

(2) In regard to matters not specifically covered by these Rules the police officers of subordinate rank shall be governed by the Rules, regulations and other orders applicable to the corresponding grades of civilian employees serving under the Govt. of India.

(3) Service records of police employees shall be maintained as per details to be specified in the Delhi Police Manual by the Commissioner of Police.

All vacancies which are not filled through the Union Public Service Commission or by competitive examination or by departmental promotion or transfers should invariably be notified in good time to the Employment Exchange.

"27-A Relaxation of upper age limit for departmental candidate. Relaxation of upper age limit of all departmental Candidates for direct recruitment against Group 'C' and 'D' posts of Police Department shall be as follows:- Added vide Notification No. F. 5/67/83-Home (P)/Estt. dt. 15-11-85. 35 years in the case of general candidate and 40 years in the case of candidates belonging to Scheduled Castes/Scheduled Tribes candidates.

(1) Re-enlistment shall be permissible only in the rank of constable and past service will count for pension as per provisions of rules 18 and 19 of the CCS (Pension) Rules, 1972:

(a) Ex-servicemen and ex-members of all Police forces of States or Union Territory, who were paid from the Central/State revenues may be re-enlisted as constables at the discretion of the appointing authority if their discharge certificate shows previous service as Good or of higher classification, provided that (a) they present themselves within two years of their previous discharge, (b) they conform to the physical and educational standards laid down for recruits from open market, (c) they are medically fit for police service according to the standards prescribed for recruits and (d) their age on the date of re-enrolment is below 30 years. The age limit prescribed in this para may, in special cases, be relaxed upto 40 years by the Commissioner of Police.

(b) Cavalry and infantry reservists of the Indian Army, below the age of 30 years, may be enrolled, provided that their military service records shows good conduct, and they are exempted from annual military training by the Defence authorities.

(c) Reservists of other branches of the Indian Army may also be enlisted in the Police; provided that the conditions of their reserve service and periodical training do not interfere with their police duties.

(d) The total number of all classes of reservists shall not exceed five percent of the sanctioned strength of constables. They shall be released from employment as soon as mobilization is ordered so as to enable them to rejoin the colours.

(2) The service rendered by ex-servicemen in the Army who are re-enlisted in the Police Department, shall count towards civil pension, if the conditions laid down in Rule 19 of CCS (Pension) Rules, 1972 are fulfilled.

(1) Police officers of subordinate ranks discharged on a compensation or invalid gratuity, or pension may be re-employed in the same rank which they had held before retirement in the Police service, upto the age of years subject to the condition, that the retired subordinate officer who has obtained gratuity/pension, if re-employed in qualifying service, may either retain his gratuity/ pension in which case his previous service shall not count for future pension, or refund it and count his previous service towards future pension. The option shall be exercised within a period of three months from the date of re-employment. Such re-employment shall be made only after fresh medical examination by the police pensioner showing that his previous service was classified as not lower than very good. The order reemploying such officer shall specifically state the amount of any gratuity or pension received by him on discharge and a copy of such order shall also be sent to the Pay and Accounts Officer concerned.

When the Administrator is of the opinion that it is necessary or expedient so to do, he may, by order, for reasons to be recorded in writing, relax any of the provisions of these Rules with respect to any class, category of persons or posts or in an individual case.

(1) The names of all Special Police Officers appointed under section 17 of the Delhi Police Act, 1978 shall be published in Delhi Police Gazette (Extra ordinary) and also notified through press (2 Hindi and 2 English Dailies) for the information of general public. A copy of the relevant gazette shall also be exhibited at conspicuous places on the notice boards in the police stations concerned and such other public places e.g., public libraries; notice boards, post offices as the Commissioner of Police, may consider expedient.

(2) Every Special Police Officer, on appointment shall :

(a) Receive a certificate of appointment in the form below:

Police Department

"Certificate of Appointment"

of Delhi

Special Police Officers

Certified that Shri... Passport size photograph to be Attested by

S/o.. Dy. Commissioner of Police of the area

R/o... .concerned.

Signature of Special Police Officer.

whose photographs appear at page 2 of Attestation by Deputy Commissioner of this certificate, has been appointed as a .. Police of Distt. concerned.

Special Police Officer under section 17 of the Delhi Police Act, 1978, and vested with the powers, privilege and immunities of a

police officer with effect from. This appointment shall be

valid upto..

Signature of the Special Police Officer

..

Attestation by..

Name....

Seal...

Commissioner of Police.

(b) Have the same powers, privileges and immunities and perform the same duties arid be subject to the same authorities as an ordinary police officer of subordinate rank.

(3) Ordinarily, whenever the appointment of Special Police Officers becomes necessary or desirable, efforts shall be made to appoint volunteers only. No unwilling persons should be appointed unless sufficient volunteers cannot be found.

(4) Residents of disturbed areas may be appointed Special Police Officers in two ranks, namely (a) Senior Special Police Officers and (b) Special Police Officers. No such police officers shall be deemed to hold a rank equal to that of the Station House Officer of the concerned police station.

(5) Special Police Officers shall be subordinate to and be under the orders of the senior officer of the regular police present on the spot.

(6) Special Police Officers should ordinarily be chosen from among the respectable, loyal, and influential persons of the neighbourhood, whose authority is likely to be respected by the masses and who are likely to use their influence to prevent disturbances. In no case, should a Special Police Officer be appointed as a punitive measure.

(7) When Special Police Officers are appointed, the more influential and useful from amongst them may be appointed as Senior Special Police Officers above the others, and be required to enforce discipline among the Special Police Officers appointed under their command.

(8) Whenever possible Special Police Officeis of good social standing should be encouraged to bring with them their tenants and dependants, who shall be enrolled as Special Police Officers, the post of Senior Special Police Officer being given to the person through whose agency the Special Police Officers are enrolled.

(9) Special Police Officers (senior or others) will ordinarily be armed with batens or lathis at the discretion of the Deputy Commissioner of Police.

(10) An armlet or brassard with the letter "S.P.O." and a Serial number should be issued to Special Police Officers. Senior Special Police Officers, shall, in addition, be given an embroidered badge displaying Delhi Police Emblem with an inscript, 'Special Police Officer', below, to be fixed on the top left pocket of their shirts/coats.

(11) A Senior Special Police Officer shall be entitled to receive all courtesies due to a senior officer, but his authority will extend only to Special Police Officers under the charge and not to those of the regular police. Influential persons of superior social standing who are enrolled as such should, as a rule, be employed on staff and supervisory duties and classified Senior Special Police Officers.

(12) Discipline. The requirements in this respect shall usually be light. Conditions, which might be regarded by local residents, as offensive and unnecessarily irksome, shall not be insisted upon. Physical Drill, for instance, would in most cases be inappropriate and the saluting of petty officers unnecessary, while parades or attendance at the police stations, when necessary, should be so regulated as to cause as little inconvenience as possible.

(13) A copy of section 17 of Delhi Police Act and also a copy of these Rules relating to the enrolment, etc., of Special Police Officers shall be given to each Special Police Officer as soon after his enrolment as may be possible.

(14) Special Police Officers, whenever detailed for- duties, exceeding 4 hours shall be paid food allowance at the rate of Rs. 7.50 for Senior Special Police Officer and Rs. 5 for others per day. Expenditure on this account shall be debitable under head, 'Reward to Public.

All provisions contained in the Punjab Police Rules as applicable to the Union Territory of Delhi, relating to appointments and recruitment of employees are hereby repealed, subject to the provisions as contained in the proviso to sub-Section(l) and (2) of Section 149 of the Delhi Police Act, 1978.

APPENDIX

Points to be observed by Medical Officers in examining candidates for recruitment to the Delhi Police are indicated in the following paragraph.

Medical Officers will satisfy themselves regarding each candidate on the following points in the order given. If a disqualifying defect is noticed, the recruit will be rejected without further examination and appropriate entries made in the 'Recruits Register. 'Each eye must have a full field of vision as tested by hand movements.

(a) That the vision is upto the following standard:

(i) For Constables, Head Constables and Sub-Inspectors, visual acuity (both eyes) 6/12 without glasses,

(ii) For drivers and Traffic staff visual acuity (both eyes) 6/12 without glasses shall be free from colour blindness,

(iii) For Clerical staff and technical hands, Distant vision.

Better eye

Worse eye

Near vision

5/6 Without glasses

6/36 corrected with glasses to 6/9.

J-2

6/12 without glasses (both eyes).

(i) Place the recruit with his back to the light and hold the Test Card perfectly upright in front of him at a measured distance of exactly 10 feet. The light should fall fully on the card.

(ii) Examine each eye separately. The eye not under trial should be shaded by the hand of an Assistant, who will take care not to press on the eye ball.

(iii) Expose some of the dots. Not more than 5 or 6 at a time, and desire the recruits to name their number and positions and vary the group frequently to provide against deception.

(iv) The "Test Dot Card" must be kept perfectly clean.

The height and chest measurements should conform to the standards prescribed in Appendix 1 of these Rules.

Neither speech nor hearing is defective. No recruit will be enlisted who suffers from deafness, aural discharge, earache, tinnitus or vertigo or who is found on examination to have dermatitis, atersia or exostosis of the meatus, perforation of the tympanic membrane, or who has had radical mastoid operation.

The recruit should be Health...y strong and active.

He should be sufficiently intelligent.

There should be no malformation, deficiency or defect of any essential part.

There should be perfect motion in every joint and good physical development and power.

(h) The recruit should be free from disease of the nervous circulatory, respiratory, digestive, cutaneous, laymphatic, generative or excretory system. Special care should be given to tracing the presence of contagious or infectious disorders, rupture, strictures, dysentery, hepatic or severe malaria disease.

(i) There should be no evidence of fits, old injuries to the head, or of a personal or family medical history which would be likely to render him unfit.

(j) It should be ensured that the recruit's declared age, as compared with appearance, physical equivalents, or other evidence is correct. In case of doubt, the Medical Officer will record the apparent age.

Commissioner of Police when recruits are selected by him.

The recruit must strip for examination, due regard being paid to privacy and decency. A loin covering may be permitted. Every part of the body must be examined and if a recruit will not submit to this after persuasion, he must be rejected.

(k) The Medical Officer will reject a recruit for any disease or defect which is likely to render him unfit for the duties of the particular branch of the service in which he is desirous of being enrolled.

FORM-

FORM-'A'

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Permanent Address Date of superannuation

Education G.F.P. A/cNo Blood Group.

COURSES .. PROMOTION LIST

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DECORATIONS/REWARDS Nature of reward. Remarks

'A' POLICE MEDALS __________________________________________________

Q.B. NO. __________________________________________________

'B' Commendation Certificates.

Year Commendation Commendation Commendation Cash Year Commendation Commendation Commendation Cash

Roll Certificate Card Class-I Reward Roll Certificate Card Class-I Reward

Class-II Class-II

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1981. . 1996. .

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Record of Postings

SL.NO. PLACE

FROM TO SL. NO. PLACE FROM TO SL. NO. PLACE FROM TO

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FORM NO. B

DECLARATION

I Shri/Shnrimati/Kumarideclares,

as under :

(i) That I am unmarried/a widower/widow.

(ii) That I am married and have only one wife living.

(iii) That I am married and my husband has no other living wife to the best of my

knowledge.

(iv) That I am married and have more than one wife living. Application for grant of

exemption is enclosed.

(v) That I am married to a person who had already one wife or more living.

Application for grant of exemption is enclosed.

I solemnly affirm that the above declaration is true and I understand that in the event of the declaration being found to be incorrect after my appointment, I shall be liable to be dismissed from service.

Dated

Signature

Name & Designation of

Gazetted Officer with Seal

FORM NO. 5

OATHOFALLEGIANCE

I.S/o.do hereby solemnly swear that I will be faithful and bear true allegiance to India, and to the Constitution of India as by law established and that I will carry out the duties of my office loyally, honestly, and with impartality.

(So help me God).

Signature..

DatePlace..

Office

FORM NO.'C'

CANDIDATE'S STATEMENT AND DECLARATION

The candidate must make the statement given below prior to his Medical Examination and must sign the declaration appended to it. His attention is specially directed to the warning contained in the Note below:

State your name in full (in block letters)..

State your age and place of birth

(a) Have you ever had small-pox intermittent or any other fever, enlargement or sup pression glands, spitting of blood, asthma, heart disease, lung disease, fainting attacks, rheumatism, appendicitis, .

OR

(b) Any other disease or accident requiring confinement to bed and medical or surgical treatment .

When were you last vaccinated? ...

Have you or any of your near relation been affected with consumption, scrofula, gout, asthama, fits, epilepsy or insanity?

6. Have you suffered from any form of nervousness due to over work or any other cause?

7. Have you been examined and declared unfit for Government service by a Medical Officer/ Medical Board, within the last 3 years?

8. Furnish the following particulars, concerning your family.

Father's age, if living & state of health Father's age at death and cause of death No. of brothers living, their ages and state of health No. of brothers dead their ages at death and cause of death Mother's age, if living and state of health Mother's age at death and cause of death No. of sisters living, their ages and state of health No. of sisters dead, their ages at death and cause of death

I declare that all the above answers, to the best of my belief, are true and correct. I also solemnly affirm that I have not received a disability certificate/pension on account of any disease or other condition.

Candidate's Signature.

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Signed in my presence.

Signature of Medical Officer.

FORM 'D'

FORM OF MEDICAL EXAMINATION

(New entrants)

General Development, Good Fair Poor

Nutrition Thin Average Obesed

Height (without shoes) Weight...

Chest Weight. When ? ...

Any recent change in weight.. Temperature.

Girth of Chest:

After full inspiration

After full expiration

Skin : Any disease.

Eyes :

Any disease.

Night blindness.

Defect in colour vision.

Field of vision.

Funds examination.

Visual acuity.

Acuity of vision Strength of Glasses Named Eye. With Glasses Sp. Dy. Axis Distant RE. LE. Near vision RE. LE.

9. Ears

Inspection Hearing, Right ear

Left ear..

Glands. Thyroid

Condition of teeth. .

Respiratory system. Does physical examination reveal anything abnormal in the respiratory organ? If yes, explain fully..

13. Circulatory System.

(a) Heart Any organic Lesions?

Rate Standing

After hopping 25 times..

After hopping for 2 minutes.

(b) Blood pressure Systolic

Diastolic

14. Abdomen:

Girth Tenderness Hernia

Palpable: Liver Spleen Kidneys Tumor.

Hemorrhoids Fistula.

15. Nervous System.

Indications of nervous bromental disabilities.

Loco-Motor System : or any abnormality.

Urinary System:

Any evidence of Hydrocele, Veriocoale etc.

18. Urine Examination:

Physical appearance:

Sp.Gr.

Aib. min.

Sugar.

Castro

Cells

Report of Screening/X-ray:

Examination of Chest.

Is there anything in the health of the candidate likely to render him/her unfit for the efficient discharge of his/her duties in the service for which he/she is a candidate?

21.(1) Fit. Medical certificate in duplicate enblosed

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Unfit on account of Temporarily unfit on account of Signature

Designation of the Medical Officer.

Date

FORM 'E'

Police Department.

District.

MEDICAL CERTIFICATE FOR APPOINTMENT

I do hereby certify that I have examined a candidate for employment in the Police Department and cannot discover that he has any disease, constitutional infection, bodily infirmity, except

I do not consider this a disqualification for employment in the office.

His age is according to his own statement years and by appearance about years.

Dated.

Police Surgeon/Medical Officer.

(Prescribed by Fundamental Rule 10)

I declare that I have never been pronounced unfit for Government employment by a Medical Board or any other duly constituted medical authority.

Date..

Signature of Candidate

FORM 'F'

CERTIFICATE OF APPOINTMENT

Police

Department Union Territory of Delhi.

No.

Rank. Passport Size photograph duly attested by

Certified that issuing authority.

Shri Signature of the holder of certificate

S/o. Attestation by issuing authority has been appointed as a member of Delhi Police with effect from under the Delhi Police Act, 1978 and is vested with the powers, functions, privileges and immunities of a Police Officer, under the said Act . ...

Deputy Commissioner of Police/Additional Commissioner of Police

RECORD OF POSTINGS SI. Place From To No. SI. Place From To No. SI. Place From To No.

In exercise of the powers conferred by sub-section (1) of Section 147 of the Delhi Police Act (Act No. 34 of 1978), the Administrator is pleased to make the following rules

They shall be called the Delhi Police (Promotion and Confirmation) Rules, 1980.

They shall be applicable to all subordinate ranks of Delhi Police.

These rules shall come into force with effect from the date of their publication in the Delhi Gazette.

"Subordinate ranks" means members of the Police force of and below the rank of the Inspector. "Cadre" means the strength of service or a part of service sanctioned as separate Unit. "Ministerial" means a Police employee of subordinate rank of and above the rank of Head Constable whose duties are entirely clerical. "Lower Subordinates" means and includes Police Personnel of and above the rank of Head Constable. "Upper Subordinates" means and includes Police Officers of rank of Assistant SubInspector and Inspector.

(i) "Promotions from one rank to another and from lower grade to the higher grade in the same rank shall be made by selection tempered by seniority. Efficiency and honesty shall be the main factors governing selection (Amended vide Notification No. F.5/60/83-H(P)/Estt., dated April 7, 1984). Zone of consideration will be determined in accordance with the rules/instructions issued by the Government from time to time.

11. Subs. by Notification No. 5/49/88-Home (P) Estt. [(ii) All promotions from one rank to another against temporary or permanent vacancies, except in the case of ad-hoc arrangements shall be on officiating basis. The competent authority on completion of probation period of two years may assess the work and conduct of the officer himself and in case the conclusion is that the officer is fit to hold the higher grade, he will pass an order declaring that the person concerned has successfully completed the period of probation. If the competent authority considers that the work of the officer has not been satisfactory or needs to be watched for some more time, he may recruit him to the post or grade from which he was promoted, or extend the period of probation, as the case may be.]

22. Subs, by Notification No. 5/7/85-Home (P) Estt. [(iii) In the case of officers who are under suspension or facing departmental enquiry, criminal proceedings, their suitability for promotion list should be assessed at the 11. Substituted by Notification No. F. 5/7/85-Home (P)/Estt. dated 25-3-85. [List A for selection of confirmed Constable for training in lower school course. "One Addl. Commissioner of Police and two DCP.s to be nominated by the C.P. List B (i) (Executive) for Pso (confirmed constable Lower School Course Trained) to the rank of H.C. Names shall be brought on this list in order of seniority as on list 'A' in terms of Rule 13 (1) after obtaining report of DE/PB/Criminal case etc. etc., from concerned Distt./Unit etc. instead of holding any regular DPC.s. (ii) (Technical) for promotion of Constable professionally qualified in Technical Trades to the rank of A.C. One Additional Commissioner of Police and two DCP. to be nominated by the C.P.

Unless otherwise provided in these or any other rules framed under the Delhi Police Act, 1978, each member of subordinate rank shall earn promotion in his/her cadre in accordance with the Rules applicable to the cadre.

List A.B.C. D-I, D-II, E-I, E-II and F shall be maintained for selection, for regulating promotional courses, where applicable and promotion to various subordinate ranks. Each list shall be the nominal roll of police personnel considered suitable for further advancement in the concerned ranks, as provided in this rule, and shall be maintained separately for (1) Executive (2) Technical and (3) Ministerial Cadres. 22. Added vide Notification No. F 5/7/85-Home (P) 'Dated 12-8-1987. [(ii) The conduct and efficiency of men on promotion list shall be, at all times, watched with special care. Any officer whose name exists on the promotion list, if found guilty of a misconduct of nature reflecting upon his character or fitness for responsibility or who shows either by specific acts or by his record as a whole that he is unfit for promotion to higher rank shall be reported to the Deputy Commissioner of Police, Head Quarters (1), Delhi in respect of persons on lists 'A' to 'E' and to Additional Commissioner of Police (Administration) Delhi in respect of officers on list 'F'. However, final decision regarding removal of name(s) from a promotion list shall be taken by the Appointing Authority only after giving show cause notice to the individual".

Fitness of personnel for promotion to various ranks in different grades/cadres shall be judged by departmental promotion committees, which shall be constituted by the Commissioner of Police as under: 11. Amended vide Notification No. F. 5/57/88 Home(P) Estt. dated 4/1/1989. ["List-A for selection of confirmed Constables for training in Lower School Course One Addl. Commissioner of Police and two Deputy Commissioners of Police to be nominated by the Commissioner of Police. List-B (i) (Executive) for confirmed Constables (Lower School Course Trained) to the ranks of Head Constable. Names shall be brought on this list in order of seniority as on list 'A' in terms of rule 13(i) after obtaining report of D.E./P.E. criminal case, etc., etc. from concerned Distts./ Units etc. instead of holding any regular D.P.C. List-B (ii) (Technical) for promotion of Constables professionally qualified in technical trades to the rank of Head Constables. One Addl. Commissioner of Police and two Deputy Commissioners of Police to be nominated by the Commissioner of Police.] List C For promotion of confirmed Constables (Overage and unqualified) to the rank of Head Constable. -Do- List D For promotion of confirmed Head Constables to the rank of Sub-Inspector. One Addl. C.P. and two DCP.s to be nominated by Commissioner of Police List E For promotion of confirmed Asstt. Sub-Inspectors to the rank of Sub-Inspector. -Do- List F For promotion of confirmed Sub-Inspectors to the rank of Inspector. C.P. and two Addl. C.P.s to be nominated by C.P.

Promotion of all categories in various ranks shall be done centrally by Police Headquarters. After names have been approved by the concerned Departmental Promotion Committee, orders for promotion, when required shall be issued by the Deputy Commissioner of Police Headquarters (I) in respect of Sub-Inspectors, Assistant Sub-Inspectors, Head Constables and constables, and for Inspectors by Additional Commissioner of Police (Admn.) as the appointing authorities.

Reservations in promotions shall be made for Scheduled Castes/Scheduled Tribes and other categories in accordance with the rules/orders issued by Government of India from time to time.

Save as provided in the Delhi Police Promotion and Confirmation Rules, 1980, framed under the Delhi Police Act, 1978, all vacancies excepting those to be filled by direct recruitment, shall be filled by promotion/deputation in the manner prescribed in these rules.]

(i) (a) Promotion list 'A' (Executive) shall be a list of confirmed constables (Executive) considered fit for being sent to lower School Course. Confirmed Constables having a minimum of 5 years service shall be eligible for consideration. The list shall be framed on the recommendations of the departmental promotion committee which shall adopt the evaluation system based on (1) Service record (2) Seniority (3) Annual Confidential Reports (4) Acquittance in Professional test which shall cover the following subjects:

(i) Physical Training and Parade,

(ii) Elementary law and Police practical work,

(iii) General Knowledge,

(iv) Professional work done.

22. Substituted vide Notification No. F. 5/7/86-Home (P) Estt. dated 1-10-86. [(b) Constables with a minimum of 2 years of service shall be eligible to undergo Drill Instructors Course. On satisfactory completion of the course with 1st Class proficiency certificate, their names shall be brought on promotion list 'A' and sent for training in the next Lower School Course along with others, irrespective of their seniority. It is subject to the medical fitness by the Civil Surgeon.]

(i) List 'B' (executive) shall comprise names and particulars of the constables, who have qualified in the lower school course. The names shall be brought on list 'B' in order of seniority as on List 'A'. Promotions to the rank of Head Constables shall be made as and when vacancies occur in the rank of Head Constables. 80 percent of vacancies in the rank of Head Constables (Executives) shall be filled out of this list. 33. Substituted vide Notification No. F. 5/7/85-Home (P) Estt. dated 3-4-87. [List 'B' technical confirmed constables from specialised and technical cadres including the Bands-men, buglars, mounted constables, drivers, armourers, wireless operators, dog handlers etc., who have put in a minimum 5 years' service as constable shall be eligible for consideration provided they fulfil various requirements as prescribed in the rules for the higher post in their respective cadres. Selection shall be made on the recommendation of D.P.C. Constables so selected shall be brought on list 'B' technical in order of their seniority in the rank of constable in their respective categories. The number of persons included in the list shall be restricted to the existing vacancies and those likely to occur during the course of one year from the date of preparation of list in the respective trade in the rank of Head Constable.]

Promotion to Selection Grade of constables shall be madefrom amongst time-scale constables/officiating Head Constables, with not less than 14 years of service, separately against the eligible posts in Grade 'A' and Grade 'B' of the scale of constables to the extent of percentage approved by the Government. The selection shall be made on the basis of seniority and suitability by the Departmental Promotion Committee, to be constituted by the Commissioner of Police, Delhi as prescribed for promotion list 'A', The names of such selected Constables/Officiating Head Constables shall be brought on this list, in order of their seniority.]

(Executives) shall be a list of unqualified Constables who for reasons of their good service record, long service and good health, are considered suitable, for promotion to the rank of Head Constable. Constables, who are unable to pass list 'A' test and lower School Course upto 40 years of age, if otherwise found suitable, shall be admitted to this list by the Departmental Promotion Committee. The Departmental Promotion Committee shall select Constables for this list on the basis of seniority- cumsuitability, based on Service Record. The ratio of promotion of unqualified/overage men on list 'C' (Executive) vis-a-vis qualified (Lower School Course) constables shall be 1:2. To achieve this, every 3rd vacancy occurring in the rank of Head Constable shall be filled up from list 'C'. However, in case of there being no name on list 'C', all vacancies of Head Constables shall be filled up from list 'B'.

List 'D' shall be a list of confirmed Head Constables considered suitable for promotion to the rank of Assistant Sub-Inspector.

33. Amended vide Notification No. F5/60/83-Home (P)/Estt., dt. 7-4-84. (i) List-D (Executive) Confirmed Head Constables, who have put in a minimum of 5 years service in the rank, shall be eligible. The selection shall be made on the recommendations of the Departmental Promotion Committee. The Head Constable, so selected, shall be brought on list D-l, keeping in view the number of vacancies likely to occur in the rank of Assistant Sub-Inspector in the following one year, in order of their respective seniority in the rank of Head Constable subject to the medical fitness by the Civil Surgeon. They shall be detailed for training in the Intermediate School Course. Those, who successfully qualify the Intermediate School course, shall be brought on List D-II, as per their respective seniority on the List D-I. Promotions shall be ordered from amongst the Head Constable on List D-II as and when vacancies occur.

(ii) List D (Technical)

(iii) List-D (Ministerial) Confirmed Head Constables (Ministerial), who have put in a minimum of 5 years' service in the rank of Head Constable shall be eligible. The selection shall be made on the recommendations of the Departmental Promotion Committee. The Head Constable, so selected, shall be brought on List-D (Ministerial) in order of their respective seniority, keeping in view the number of vacancies likely to occur in the rank of Assistant Sub-Inspector (Ministerial) in the following one year and promoted to the rank of Assistant Sub-Inspector as and when vacancies occur.

(i)List-E (Executive) Confirmed Assistant Sub-Inspectors (Executive), who have in a minimum of 6 years of service in the rank of Assistant Sub-Inspector (Executive), shall be eligible for ListE-I (Executive). The selection shall be made on the recommendations of the Departmental Promotion Committee. The Assistant Sub-Inspector so selected, shall be brought on List E-I in order of their respective seniority, keeping in view the vacancies in the rank Sub-Inspector (Executive) likely to occur in the following one year. Subject to the medical fitness by the Civil Surgeon, the selected Assistant Sub-Inspectors (Executive) shall be sent for training in the Upper School Course. On successfully completing the Upper School Course, their names shall be brought on promotion List E-II (Executive) in order of their respective seniority in List-E-I for promotion to the rank of Sub-Inspector (Executive) as and when vacancies occur.

(ii) List-E (Technical) Confirmed Assistant Sub-Inspectors (Specialised/Technical), who have put in a minimum of 6 years service in their respective trades, shall be eligible. For Sub-Inspector (Armourer), Confirmed Head Constable (Armourer) with a minimum of 12 years service will also be eligible. The selection shall be made on the basis of recommendations of the Departmental Promotion Committee. The names of selected Assistant Sub-Inspectors (Specialised/ Technical) shall be brought on List-E (Technical) in order of their respective seniority, keeping in view the number of vacancies likely to occur in the rank of SubInspector, in the following one year, and they shall be promoted to the rank of SubInspector, in their respective cadres as and when vacancies occur in the cadre.

(iii) List-E (Ministerial) Confirmed Assistant Sub-Inspectors (Ministerial) and Stenographers, who put in a minimum of 6 years service in this rank, shall be eligible. The selection shall be made on the recommendations of the Departmental Promotion Committee. The names of

(i) List-F (Executive) Confirmed Sub-Inspectors (Executive), who have put in a minimum of 6 years service in the rank of Sub-Inspector, shall be eligible. The selection shall be made on the recommendations of the Departmental Promotion Committee. The names of selected Sub-Inspectors shall be admitted to List-F (Executive) on the basis of their respective seniority, keeping in view the number of vacancies likely to occur in the following one year, and promotion made to the rank of Inspector from this list as and when vacancies become available.

(ii) List-F (Technical) Confirmed Sub-Inspectors (Specialised/Technical), who have put in a minimum of 6 years service in the rank of Sub-Inspector in their respective cadres, shall be eligible. The selection shall be made on the basis of the recommendations of the Departmental Promotion Committee. The names of selected Sub-Inspectors shall be brought on ListF (Specialised/ Technical) in order of their respective seniority, keeping in view the number of vacancies likely to fall vacant in the following one year, and they shall be promoted to the rank of Inspectors in their respective cadres as and when vacancies become available.

(iii) List-F (Ministerial) 11. Subs. vide Notification No. 13-4-94 Home (P) Estt. dated 19-1-1995. [Confirmed Sub-Inspectors (Min.) and Confirmed Shorthand Reporters (SubInspectors) having 6 years' service in the rank of Sub-Inspr. (Min.) and Shorthand Reporter (Sub-Inspr.) respectively shall be eligible. The selection shall be made on the recommendations of the Departmental Promotion Committee. The names of the SubInsprs. (Min.) and Shorthand Reporters (Sub-Insprs.) so selected shall be brought on list 'F (Min.) in order of their respective seniority, keeping in view the number of vacancies likely to occur in the following one year, and promotions made to the rank of Inspr. (Min.) from this list as and when vacancies become available.]

(i) Confirmation shall be made only once in the service of an official which shall be in the entry grade. Confirmation is delinked from the availability of permanent vacancy in the grade. In other words, an officer who has successfully completed the period of probation may be considered for confirmation.

(ii) As at present, the appointee should satisfactorily complete the period of probation and the case will be placed before the D.P.C. A specific order of Confirmation shall be issued when the case is cleared from all angles.

(iii) If the Recruitment Rules do not prescribe any probation, an officer promoted on regular basis (after following the prescribed D.P.C. etc., procedure) shall have all the benefits that a person confirmed in that grade would have. Where probation is prescribed the Competent Authority shall, on completion of the prescribed period of the probation, assess the work and conduct of the officer himself and in case the conclusion is that the officer is fit to hold the higher grade, he will pass an order declaring that the person concerned has successfully completed the period of probation. If the Competent Authority considers that the work of the officer has not been satisfactory or needs to be watched for some more time, he may revert him to the post or grade from which he was promoted, or extend the period of probation, as the case may be.]

(iv) No members of subordinate rank, who are under suspension or facing departmental/criminal proceeding shall be eligible for confirmation. Their cases shall be decided by "Competent Authority" concerned after such proceedings are over. A departmental enquiry shall be deemed to have been initiated after summary of allegations has been served.

(i) In special circumstances, when there are no approved names on promotion lists, and vacancies exist, the Commissioner of Police, may promote suitable officers in order of seniority to the next higher rank temporarily. Such promotions shall not entitle the officers concerned to claim any right for regular appointment or seniority or for appointment to such or any other equivalent post and shall be liable to reversion without notice as soon as qualified men become available.

(ii) To encourage outstanding sportsmen, marksmen, officers who have shown exceptional gallantry and devotion to duty, the Commissioner of Police may, with prior approval of Administrator, promote such officers to the next higher rank provided vacancies exist. Such promotions shall exceed 5 per cent of the vacancies likely to fall vacant in the given year not in the rank. Such promotions shall be treated as ad-hoc and will be regularised when the persons so promoted have successfully completed the training course prescribed like (Lower School Course), if any. For purposes of seniority, such promotees shall be placed at the bottom of the promotion list drawn up for that year.

11. Ins. vide Notification No. F 10-10-84 Home (P) Estt. 6-11-85. [(iii) The Commissioner of Police, Delhi for the purpose of posting to the Police Training. School and the Recruits Training Centre (DAP IVth Bn. at present) personnel of appropriate merit and talent may grant one rank promotion as an incentive purely on emergent basis up to the level of Inspector without conferring on the promotee, any right of seniority and appointment whatsoever even if he may. be borne on promotion list.] Such promotees shall revert to their substantive rank as soon as they are transferred out of training institutions and ceased to be an Inspector.

The rules laid down for the admission of names to promotion lists and confirmations as for male police shall apply mutatis mutandis to the women police but tests and interviews for them shall be held by departmental promotion committees for purpose of selection separately. [......However, if there is no woman constable on promotion list 'B', all the vacancies in the rank of woman Head Constables shall be filled by these on promotion list 'C'.]

Standing Orders laying down details of the evaluation system for holding various departmental tests and the procedure to be followed by departmental promotion committees for interview etc., shall be issued by the Commissioner of Police.

All provisions contained in the Punjab Police Rules as are applicable to the Union Territory of Delhi relating to promotion and confirmation of employees are hereby repealed subject to the-provisions contained in the proviso to subsection (1) and (2) of Section 149 of the Delhi Police Act. 1978.

When the Administrator is of the opinion that it is necessary Or expedient so to do, he may by order, for reasons to be recorded in writing, relax any of the provisions of these rules with respect to any class, category of persons or posts or in any individual case.]

In exercise of the powers conferred by Section 147 of the Delhi Police Act, 1978, the Administrator is pleased to make the rules with respect to the following matters enumerated in clauses (f), (g), (i), (j) and (k) of sub-section (2) of Section 147 of the said Act, namely:-

(i) determination of the cost of employing additional police under sub-section (2) of Section 38;

(ii) manner of taking measurements and photographs under Section 55 of a person against whom an order has been made under Section 46, Section 47 or Section 48;

(iii) form of receipt to be given in respect of any article detained under Section 62;

(iv) the authority to whose satisfaction claims are to be established under subsection (2) of Section 69 and the form and manner in which claims may be made under that sub-section, the procedure for dealing with such claims and all other matters connected therewith under sub-section (3) of that section;

(v) payment to any police officer or division among two or more police officers, the whole or any portion of any reward, forfeiture or penalty, under the proviso to Section 132.

They shall be called the Delhi Police (Miscellaneous Matters) Rules, 1980.

They shall come into force with effect from the date of their publication in the Delhi Gazette.

The cost of additional police to be employed under Section 38 of the Delhi Police Act shall be worked out as under:-

(a) Total of emoluments, including average pay, Dearness allowance, Washing Allowance, Metropolitan Allowance, City Compensatory Allowance, House Rent Allowance plus expenditure on clothing, equipment, conveyance, leave contribution, pension and contingencies, shall be worked out on monthly basis and divided by 30 to calculate daily per capita charges.

(b) The daily charges shall mean charges for 5 hours duty during day or 4 hours duty during night.

(c) The charges shall be doubled where the duty lasts for more than the above prescribed hours.

(d) The entire cost shall be deposited by the person making the request in advance.

11. Substituted vide Notification No. F 5/8/85 Home (P) Estt. dated 27/3/85.

(e) When the person on whose application additional police force has been deployed, makes a written request that the police force so deployed may be

Taking measurement and photographs etc. of persons against whom action u/ s 46, 47 and 48 of Delhi Police Act, 1978 is taken [Section 147(2)(g)]

(1) Whenever an order is passed against a person(s) in DELHI under Sections 46, 47 or 48 of the Delhi Police Act, such person(s) shall be liable to be photographed, measured and to give his finger prints, etc. to the police at a time and place to be determined by the Station House Officer concerned in the following manner :

(a) photographed from whichever angle and in whatever costume it is considered necessary; provided that in the case of female extraneous due regard to modesty shall be kept,

(b) height and chest shall be measured and identification marks noted down (Chest measurements in case of females shall not be taken);

(c) finger prints and thumb impressions shall be taken; and

(d) a complete descriptive roll shall be prepared for police record.

(2) Whenever any person(s) to be photographed/measured, etc., as laid down in sub-rule(l) above is a woman, such measurement/photographs, etc., shall invariably be taken in the presence of a member of woman police and two respectable ladies.

Whenever any article or property is detained by a police officer under Section 62 of the Delhi Police Act, 1978, the said Police Officer shall prepare a receipt in Form I, in duplicate. One copy of the receipt shall be handed over to the person from whose possession the article or articles have been detained and the second copy shall be deposited in the malkhana along with the articles. A detailed report regarding detention of the article shall also be entered in the daily diary of the Police Station concerned simultaneously.

Prescribed Authority for Claims under Section 62 of the Delhi Police Act, 1978 [Item (i) of sub-section (2) of Section 147] The prescribed authority means and includes the Deputy Commissioner of Police of a District, Deputy Commissioner of Police, Palam and Deputy Commissioner of Police Crime and Railways, as the case may be, and Additional Commissioner of Police, in charge of the District/Unit concerned.

Form of submitting Claims [Item (j) of sub-section (2) of Section 147] The claim under sub-section (2) of Section 69 of the Delhi Police Act, 1978 shall be submitted by the person concerned in Form 11.

Manner of submitting Claims [Item (g) of sub-section (2) of Section 147]

(i) The person claiming compensation shall apply to the Deputy Commissioner of Police, Old Police Lines in the prescribed form. The Deputy Commissioner of Police (Lines) shall forward the application to the Deputy Commissioner of Police in whose jurisdiction the property was found intimating the expenditure incurred by the State on the transportation, storage and auction of the property for which compensation is claimed; date of its auction and the amount credited to Government's account as a result thereof. The Deputy Commissioner of Police of the Dist./Unit concerned shall verify the claim with reference to his own record for final assessment and issue payment of compensation orders.

(ii) While assessing the claim, the Deputy Commissioner of Police of the District/ Unit concerned shall keep the following facts in view:-

(a) Cost incurred by the Police department on transportation, storage and auction is recovered from the claimant.

(b) Where the claim is preferred by a Government Department except a State Government, Defence, P and T and Railway, the charges incurred by the Police department on storage, transportation, organising auction may not be recovered.

(c) The cost of transport, storage and auction shall be calculated in accordance with the instructions to be issued by the Commissioner of Police from time to time.

(d) The total amount of the accepted claim shall not exceed the amount realised by way of auction of the property for which compensation is claimed. (ii) [The cost of transportation, stores and auction etc. shall be deducted from the sale proceeds received in auction of property, while settling the claims.]

(e) The orders regarding net payment to be made to the claimant shall be issued by the Deputy Commissioner of Police concerned. The amount will be drawn under the head-"Reward to Public" through a contingent bill and sent to the Deputy Commissioner of Police Lines for disbursement to the claimant under proper receipt.

Payment of whole or portion of reward, forfeiture or penalty to Police Officers [Item K of Sub-section (2) of Section 147],

(i) Whenever, any reward, forfeiture and penalty is sought to be paid to a Police Officer(s) for special services under Section 132 of the Delhi Police Act, 1978, the Commissioner of Police, the Additional Commissioner of Police and the Deputy Commissioner of Police shall be competent to pay to a Police Officer or divide amongst two or more Police Officers, the said reward, forfeiture and penalty as follows :

(a) Dy. Commissioner of Police : If the total value of the reward, forfeiture or penalty is Rs. 1000 or below.

(b) Addl. Commissioner of Police : If the total value of the reward, forfeiture or penalty is Rs. 5000 or below.

(c) Commissioner of Police : Full Powers.

(ii) The proportion of division of the amount of reward, forfeiture or penalty amongst two or more police officers shall be determined by the Commissioner, Addl. Commissioner or the Deputy Commissioner of Police, as the case may be, as indicated above keeping in view the contribution of each in the concerned case.

Form I

Form of Receipt under Rule 6

Certified that the undermentioned articles have been taken into possession from

Shri : (Aged) S/o

r/o in the presence of undermentioned witnesses for action under Section 62 of the Delhi Police Act :-

SI. No. Description of the item taken into possession Number Identification marks, if any Remarks '

Signature

(Designation of Police Officer) Witnessed By :-

1. Name

Parentage Address

2. Name

Parentage Address

Signature/Thumb

Impression of the Possessor of the articles

Form 2

(a) Name of the claimant...........................................................................................................

(b) Father's Name....................................................................................................................

(c) Full residential address ..........................

(i) Permanent ......................................................................................................................

(ii) Temporary ....................................................

(d) Full description of property for which.............................................................................. claim is preferred, with make, No., weight, colour & specific mark of identification

(e) Date of purchase ...........................................................,............................................................

(f) From whom purchased.......................................................................................................

(g) Proof of ownership.............................................................................................................

(h) Date when lost....................................................................................................................

(i) Place where lost (indicate if any report was lodged with Police if so attach copy of daily diary entry)

Certified that the information furnished above is correct and that nothing has been concealed.

Signature of the claimant

Date............................

Name in............................................

(block letters)

In exercise of the powers conferred by Section 147 (1) and (2) of the Delhi Police Act, 1978 [Act No. 34 of 1978], the Administrator of Delhi is pleased to make the following Rules, namely.

These rules shall be called "The Delhi Police (Punishment and Appeal) Rules, 1980".

They shall come into force with effect from the date of their publication in the Delhi Gazette.

(i) These rules shall be applicable to :

(a) All Officers and men of subordinate ranks i.e., Constable to Inspector.

(ii) All civilian and Class IV employees as well as all civilian officers on deputation to the Delhi Police e.g., teachers, internal auditors, Financial Advisor, Senior Psychologist, Education Adviser and other similar employees shall be governed by the C.C.S. (CCA) Rules, 1965 or the rules applicable in their parent departments. However, all non-gazetted Police officers on deputation to Delhi Police from Central/State police organisations shall be governed by the Delhi Police Act, 1978 and these rules.

(i) Authorised Punishment shall mean punishment or penalties as prescribed in Section 21 of the Delhi Police Act, 1978.

(ii) Civilian Employee means a non-gazetted employee.

(iii) Court witness means and includes person(s) not examined as prosecution or defence witnesses, whose testimony the enquiring officer considers necessary to find out truth of a matter for which a departmental enquiry is held against an officer of subordinate rank of Delhi Police, not enrolled under the Delhi Police Act.

(iv) Disciplinary Authority means the authority competent to award punishment as prescribed in the Delhi Police Act, 1978.

The Delhi Police Act, 1978 prescribed the following penalties: (i) Dismissal, (ii) Removal from service, (iii) Reduction in rank 11. Added vide Notification No. F 5/20/84 Home (P) Estt. dated 4.9.86. [for a specified period], (iv) Forfeiture of approved service, (v) Reduction in pay, (vi) Withholding of increments, (vii) Fine not exceeding one month's pay, (viii) Censure, (ix) Punishment drill not exceeding 15 days or fatigue duty or any other punishment duty to Constable only.

(i) Punishments mentioned at Serial Nos. (i) to (vii) above shall be deemed 'major punishment' 22. Replaced vide Notification No. F 5/4/85 Home (P) Estt. dated 15th March 1985. [and may be awarded by an officer not below the rank of the appointing authority or above] after a regular departmental enquiry.

(ii) Punishment mentioned at Serial No. (viii) shall be called 'minor punishment' and may be awarded by the authorities specified in sub-section (i) of Section 21 of the Delhi Police Act, 1978 after serving a show cause notice giving reasonable time to the defaulter and considering his written reply as well as oral deposition, if any, for which opportunity shall be afforded on request. Authority competent to award

Rank to whom it can be awarded

(i) Deputy Commissioner of Police and above Inspector and below.

(ii) Assistant Commissioner of Police Constable to Sub-Inspector

(iii) The punishment mentioned at Serial No. (ix) above may be called Orderly Room punishment and shall be awarded after the defaulter has been marched and heard in Orderly Room by the Officer of and above the rank of Inspector as laid down in Section 21 (3) (c) of the Delhi Police Act, 1978.

The following shall not amount to a penalty within the meaning of this rule, namely-

(i) Stoppage at the efficiency bar in the time-scale on grounds of unfitness.

(ii) Reversion to a lower rank, grade or post of an officer officiating in a higher rank, grade or post on grounds of general unsuitability for holding such higher rank, grade or post.

(iii) Reversion to permanent rank, grade or post of an officer appointed on probation to a higher rank, grade or post during or at the end of the period of probation in accordance with the terms of his appointment or as the rules and orders governing such probation.

(iv) Compulsory retirement of a subordinate Police Officer civilian or Class IV employees in accordance with the Rules relating to his superannuation or retirement.

(v) Termination of services of an officer of subordinate rank civilian appointed on probation during or at the end of the period of probation, in accordance with the terms

(vi) Termination of appointment of an officer of subordinate rank civilian employed under an agreement, in accordance with their terms and conditions of such agreement.

(vii) Suspension pending enquiry into conduct

(a) Dismissal/Removal. The punishment of dismissal or removal from service shall be awarded for the act of grave misconduct rendering him unfit for police service.

(b) Reduction No officer shall be reduced to a rank lower than that in which he was initially appointed.

(c) Withholding of increment.

(1) The increment of a police officer may be withheld as a punishment. The order must state definitely the period for which the increment is withheld, and whether the withholding shall have the effect of postponing future increments.

(2) The withholding of increments shall be entered in the order book in the case of constables and Head Constables and in the case of Inspectors, Sub-Inspectors and Assistant Sub-Inspectors published in the Police Gazette. When an efficiency bar is placed at any stage or stages in a time scale, it shall be passed only on the authority of a specific order by ah officer competent to withhold an increment in the time scale concerned.

(d) Forfeiture of approved service. Approved service may be forfeited permanently or temporarily for a specified period as under :

(i) For purposes of promotion or seniority (Permanent only),

(ii) Entailing reduction in pay or deferment of an increment or increments (permanently or temporarily).

(e) Fine not exceeding one month's pay. When any Police Officer of a subordinate rank has been found negligent in the discharge of his duties resulting in pecuniary loss to the Government, the punishment of the fine not exceeding one month's pay may be imposed on him after a regular departmental enquiry.

(f) Censure. The punishment of censure shall be supported by a formal order in the order book and shall not be awarded unless the officer concerned has been given an opportunity to explain his conduct in the manner prescribed in Rule 6 (ii) above.

(g) Punishment drill.-

(1) Punishment drill shall consist of drill with a musket or rifle and rolled great coat for not more than six or less than four hours in any one day, with an interval of at least 30 minutes between each hour. Only such days shall be counted towards the completion of an award of punishment drill on which the drill is actually carried out.

(2) The officer awarding the punishment drill may direct that constable so punished shall not leave the place of his posting or Police Lines, except on duty during the days on which such punishment is to be carried out.

The misconduct of a police officer may be judged in relation to the position he was occupying at the time when such misconduct was committed. In case the officer to be punished was holding a higher rank at the time when he committed the misconduct, the disciplinary authority shall be an officer empowered to punish a Police Officer of that higher rank.

The previous record of an officer, against whom charges have been proved, if shows continued misconduct indicating incorrigibility and complete unfitness for police service, the punishment awarded shall ordinarily be dismissal from service. When complete unfitness for police service is not established, but unfitness for a particular rank is proved, the punishment shall normally be reduction in rank.

(1) When a report is received from an official source, e.g., a court or the prosecution agency, that a subordinate rank has been convicted in a criminal court of an offence, involving moral turpitude or on charge of disorderly conduct in a state of drunkenness or in any criminal case, the disciplinary authority shall consider the nature and gravity of the offence and if in its opinion that the offence is such as would render further retention of the convicted police officer in service, prima facie undesirable, it may forthwith make an order dismissing or removing him from service without calling upon him to show cause against the proposed action provided that no such order shall be passed till such time the result of the first appeal that may have been filed by such police officer is known.

(2) If such police officer is acquitted on second appeal or revision, he shall be reinstated in service from the date of dismissal or removal and may be proceeded against departmentally.

(3) In cases where the dismissal or removal from service of the convicted police officer is not considered necessary, the disciplinary authority may examine the judgment and take such departmental action as it may deem proper.

(4) When a police officer is convicted judicially and consequently dismissed or removed from service, and it is desired to ensure that the officer dismissed or removed shall not be re-employed elsewhere, a full descriptive roll with particulars of punishments, shall be sent for publication in the Delhi Police Gazette.

When a police officer has been tried and acquitted by a criminal court, he shall not be punished departmentally on the same charge or on a different charge upon the evidence cited in the criminal case, whether actually led or not unless:

(a) the criminal charge has failed on technical grounds, or

(b) in the opinion of the court, or on the Deputy Commissioner of Police the prosecution witnesses have been won over; or

(c) the court has held in its judgment that an offence was actually committed and that suspicion rests upon the police officer concerned; or

(d) the evidence cited in the criminal case discloses facts unconnected with the charge before the court which justify departmental proceedings on a different charge; or (e) additional evidence for departmental proceedings is available.

1. In cases in which strictures are made on the conduct of a police officer by a Sessions Court or by a Metropolitan Magistrate's court but no specific recommendation is made by the court making such strictures that an enquiry should be made, the Deputy Commissioner of Police will decide whether an investigation into the matter is necessary. If he decides that investigation shall be made, the procedure for investigation shall be as laid down in Rule 16 below.

2. When strictures on the conduct of a police officer are made by the High Court and are communicated to the Delhi Administration, the appointing authority shall proceed to take action in accordance with the instructions of the Delhi Administration.

3. In cases where serious charges arise from strictures made by criminal courts, the concerned Deputy Commissioner of Police shall initiate necessary disciplinary action against the police officer against whom strictures have been made. In case such proceedings are initiated against an Inspector of Police, information shall be sent to the Additional Commissioner of Police concerned.

(1) Orderly room punishment.

(i) The punishment mentioned at S1.No. (ix) of Rule 5 above, namely punishment drill not exceeding 15 days, is the only punishment that can be awarded to constables in orderly room. Whenever it is intended to dispose of minor defaults of constables by awarding such a punishment, the defaulter concerned shall be marched in proper uniform in orderly room by an orderly officer with details of misconduct/dereliction of duty or indisciplined behaviour for which he is to be punished. These details shall be mentioned in a register to be maintained at each Police Station/Police Lines and offices of Deputy Commissioner of Police/Assistant Commissioners ofPoIice/Inspectors in the sub-joined proforma:- ORDERLY ROOM REGISTER

SI. No.

Date, Name & No. of the defaulter

Brief of misconduct & documents in support thereof

Orders by the competent authority

(ii) The gist of misconduct shall be read over to the defaulter and explained to him in the language he understands and he shall be called upon to state whatever he was to say orally. His version of facts shall be given due consideration with reference to documents or record and appropriate orders passed and announced. These orders shall then be entered in the order book and executed. A copy of the order shall be placed on the miscellaneous personal file of the constable concerned and an entry in red ink shall be made in its index.

(iii) Punishment drill exceeding 10 days shall also be mentioned in the character roll of the constable under the head 'Punishments'.

(2) Punishment. The punishment of censure shall be awarded by the authorities competent in the manner specified in Rule 6 (ii) above. Punishments mentioned at S1. No. (i) to (vii) in Rule 5 supra shall be awarded by appointing authorities only after a regular departmental enquiry. All Deputy Commissioners of Police, Additional Commissioners of Police shall exercise this authority over all officers of the subordinate ranks civilian irrespective of the fact whether such an officer has actually appointed the concerned subordinate police officer and whether or not he was actually working under him. The procedure for holding departmental enquiries is explained in Rule 16 below.

(3) The disciplinary action shall be initiated by the competent authority under whose disciplinary control the police officer concerned is working at the time it is decided to initiate disciplinary action.

(1) A preliminary enquiry is a fact finding enquiry. Its purpose is (i) to establish the nature of default and identity of defaulter(s), (ii) to collect prosecution evidence, (iii) to judge quantum of default and (iv) to bring relevant documents on record to facilitate a regular departmental enquiry. In cases where specific information covering the above-mentioned points exists a Preliminary Enquiry need not be held and Departmental enquiry may be ordered by the disciplinary authority straightaway. In all other cases, a preliminary enquiry shall normally proceed a departmental enquiry.

(2) In cases in which a preliminary enquiry discloses the commission of a coganizable offence by a police officer of subordinate rank in his official relations with the public, departmental enquiry shall be ordered after obtaining prior approval of the Additional Commissioner of Police concerned as to whether a criminal case should be registered and investigated or a departmental enquiry should be held.

(3) The suspected police officer may or may not be present at a preliminary enquiry but when present he shall not cross-examine the witness. The file of preliminary enquiry shall not form part of the formal departmental record, but statements therefrom may be brought on record of the departmental proceedings when the witnesses are no longer available. There shall be no bar to the Enquiry Officer bringing on record any other documents from the file of the preliminary enquiry, if he considers it necessary after supplying copies to the accused officer. All statements recorded during the preliminary enquiry shall be signed by the person making them and attested by enquiry officer.

The following procedure shall be observed in all departmental enquiries against police officers of subordinate rank where prima facie the misconduct is such that, if proved, it is likely to result in a major punishment being awarded to the accused officer :

(i) A police officer accused of misconduct shall be required to appear before the disciplinary authority, or such Enquiry Officer as may be appointed by the disciplinary authority. The Enquiry Officer shall prepare a statement summarising the misconduct alleged against the accused officer in such a manner as to give full notice to him of the circumstances in regard to which evidence is to be regarded. Lists of prosecution witnesses together with brief details of the evidence to be led by them and the documents to be relied upon for prosecution shall be attached to the summary of misconduct. A copy of the summary of misconduct and the lists of prosecution witnesses together with brief details of the evidence to be led by them and the documents to be relied upon for prosecution will be given to the defaulter free of charge. The contents of the summary and other documents shall be explained to him. He shall be required to submit to the enquiry officer a written report within 7 days indicating whether he admits the allegations and if not, whether he wants to produce defence evidence to refute the allegations against him.

(ii)If the accused police officer after receiving the summary of allegations, admits the misconduct alleged against him, the enquiry officer may proceed forthwith to frame charge, record the accused officer's pleas and any statement he may wish to make and then pass a final order after observing the procedure laid down in Rule 15 (xii) below if it is within his power to do so. Alternatively the finding in duplicate shall be forwarded to the officer empowered to decide the case.

(iii) If the accused police officer does not admit the misconduct, the Enquiry Officer shall proceed to record evidence in support of the accusation, as is available and necessary to support the charge. As far as possible, the witnesses shall be examined direct and in the presence of the accused, who shall be given opportunity to take notes of their statements and cross-examine them. The Enquiry Officer is empowered, however, to bring on record the earlier statement of any witness whose presence cannot, in the opinion of such officer, be procured without undue delay, inconvenience or expense if he considers such statement necessary provided that it has been recorded and attested by a police officer superior in rank to the accused officer, or by a Magistrate and is either signed by the person making it or has been recorded by such officer during an investigation or a judicial enquiry or trial. The statements and documents so brought on record in the departmental proceedings shall also be read out to the accused officer and he shall be given an opportunity to take notes. Unsigned statements shall be brought on record only through recording the statements of the officer or Magistrate who had recorded the statement of the witness concerned. The accused shall be bound to answer any questions which the enquiry officer may deem fit to put to him with a view to elucidating the facts referred to in the statements of documents thus brought on record.

(iv) When the evidence in support of the allegations has been recorded, the Enquiry Officer shall :

(a) If he considers that such allegations are not substantiated, either discharge the accused himself, if he is empowered to punish him or recommended his discharge to the Deputy Commissioner of Police or other officer, who may be so empowered or,

(b) Proceed to frame a formal charge or charges in writing, explain them to the accused officer and call upon him to answer them.

(v) The accused officer shall be required to state the defence witnesses whom he wishes to call and may be given time, not exceeding two working days, to prepare a list of such witnesses together with a summary of the facts they will testify and to produce them at his expense in 10 days. The enquiry officer is empowered to refuse to hear any witness whose evidence he considers to be irrelevant or unnecessary in regard to the specific charge. He shall record the statements of those witnesses whom he decides to admit in the presence of the accused officer who shall be allowed to address questions to them, the answers to which, shall be recorded; provided that the enquiry officer may cause to be recorded by any other Police Officer superior in rank to the accused officer the statements of a witness whose presence cannot be secured without delay, expenses or inconvenience and may bring such statements on record. When such a procedure is adopted, the accused officer may be allowed to draw up a list of questions he wishes to be answered by such witnesses. The enquiry officer shall also frame questions which he may wish to put to the witnesses to clear ambiguities or to test their veracity. Such statements shall also be read over to the accused officer and he will be allowed to take notes.

(vi) The accused officer shall, for the purpose of preparing his defence, be permitted to inspect and take extracts from such official documents as he may specify, provided that such permission may be refused for reasons to be recorded in writing, if in the opinion of the enquiry officer such records are not relevant for the purpose or against the public interest to allow him access thereto. The latest orders of the Government shall be applicable with regard to the charging of copying fees, etc.

(vii) At the end of the defence evidence or if the Enquiry Officer so directs, at an earlier stage after the framing of charge, the accused officer shall be required to submit his own version of facts. He may file a written statement for which he may be given a week's time, but he shall be bound to answer orally all questions arising out of the charge, the recorded evidence, his own written statement or any other relevant matter, which the enquiry officer may deem fit to ask.

(viii)After the defence evidence has been recorded and after the accused officer has submitted his final statement, the Enquiry Officer may examine any other witness to be called "Court witness" whose testimony he considers necessary for clarifying certain facts not already covered by the evidence brought on record in the presence of the accused officer who shall be permitted to cross-examine all such witnesses and then to make supplementary final defence statement, if any, in case he so desires.

(ix) The Enquiry Officer shall then proceed to record the findings. He shall pass orders of acquittal or punishment if himself empowered to do so, on the basis of evaluation of evidence. If he proposes to punish the defaulter, he shall follow the procedure as laid down in Rule 16 (xii). If not so empowered, he shall forward the case with his findings (in duplicate) on each of the charges together with the reasons therefor, to the officer having the necessary powers. If the enquiry establishes charges different from those originally framed, he may record finding on such charges, provided that findings on such charges shall be recorded only if the accused officer has admitted the facts constituting them or has had an opportunity of defending himself, against them.

(x) On receipt of the Enquiry Officer's report, the disciplinary authority shall consider the record of the inquiry and pass his orders on the inquiry on each charge. If in the opinion of the disciplinary authority, some important evidence having a bearing on the charge has not been recorded or brought on the file, he may record the evidence himself or sent back the enquiry to the same or some other enquiry officer, according to the circumstance of the case for such evidence to be duly recorded. In such an event, at the end of such supplementary enquiry, the accused officer shall again be given an opportunity to lead further defence, if he so desires, and to submit a supplementary statement, which he may wish to make.

(xi) If it is considered necessary to award a severe punishment to the defaulting officer by taking into consideration his previous bad record, in which case the previous bad record shall form the basis of a definite charge against him and he shall be given, an opportunity to defend himself as required by rules.

(xii) If the disciplinary authority, having regard to his findings on the charges, is of the opinion that a major punishment is to be awarded, he shall:

(a) furnish to the accused officer free of charge a copy of the report of the Enquiry Officer, together with brief reasons for disagreement, if any, with the finding of the Enquiry Officer.

(b) Where the disciplinary authority is himself the Enquiry Officer, a statement of his own findings, and

(c) If the disciplinary authority, having regard to its finding on all or any of the charges and on the basis of the evidence adduced during the enquiry is of the opinion that any of the penalties specified in rule 5 (i to vii) should be imposed on the Police Officer, it shall make an order imposing such penalty and it shall not be necessary to give the Police Officer any opportunity of making representation on the penalty proposed to be imposed.

(1)11. Substituted vide Notification No. F 5/81/85 Home (P) Estt. 4-9-86. [On receipt of the finding from the enquiry officer, the disciplinary authority shall pass an order imposing any penalty on the Police officer as specified in rule 5 of the Delhi Police (Punishment and Appeal) Rules, 1980. The order passed by the disciplinary authority shall be communicated to the accused officer. He also be supplied with a copy of the finding of the enquiry officer free of cost with direction to file an appeal within 30 days from the date of receipt of order, if he so desires.] 22. Sub-rule 2 deleted Notification No. F 5/81/85 Home (P) Estt. 4-9-86. [(2)****]

33. Sub-rule 3 shall be renumbered as rule 2, ibid. [(2] The above procedure shall not apply in cases in which :

(a) a punishment is imposed on a police officer on grounds of conduct which had led to his conviction on a criminal charge; or

(b) where the disciplinary authority is satisfied for reasons to be recorded in writing that it is not reasonably practicable to follow the procedure prescribed in the said. Rules. In all such cases, the disciplinary authority may consider the circumstances and pass such order thereon as it deems fit.

Explanation Tne procedure laid down with regard to the conduct of departmental enquiries may be dispensed with:

(a) If a police officer has been convicted by a court of law of criminal offence involving moral turpitude; or

(b) if a police officer charged with misconduct refuses or fails to attend an enquiry without reasonable excuse or has absconded or has deserted or cannot be found without inordinate delay.

Notwithstanding anything contained in Rules 13 and 16, if the administrative exigencies so require, the administrator may entrust the enquiry under any of the provisions of these Rules to an officer other than a Police Officer for conducting enquiries into the charge or charges of misconduct, dereliction of duty or corruption, as the case may be, and in the event of such an appointment having been made, the enquiry shall be conducted in accordance with the procedure laid down under these Rules, and where officers of different grades are involved in a joint enquiry to whom different disciplinary Rules are applicable, the enquiry shall be conducted in accordance with the procedure laid down under the Central Civil Services (Classification Control and Appeal) Rules, 1955. In the event of such an enquiry being held under the CCS (CCA) Rules, 1966. The rest of the provisions, Rules in relation to appeal, review etc, shall also apply to all consequential matters connected with such an enquiry.

(1) Notwithstanding anything contained in these rules, the Enquiry Officer may, with the prior approval of disciplinary authority, institute ex-parte proceedings in any case in which he is satisfied that the defaulter cannot be found or that in spite of notice to attend, the defaulter is evading service or refusing to attend without due cause.

(2) The procedure in such ex-parte proceeding shall, as far as possible, conform to the procedure laid down in Rule 16 above provided that the defaulter shall be deemed:

(a) not to have admitted the misconduct contained in the summary of allegations, and

(b) to have entered a plea of not guilty to the charges framed against him :

Provided further that if the accused officer subsequently appears or wants to take part in the disciplinary proceedings at any stage during the course of proceedings, he shall be permitted to do so. He shall, however, not be entitled to claim de novo proceedings or to recall for cross-examination any witness, whose evidence has already been recorded. He shall be entitled to the inspection of the departmental file and to take notes of the proceedings, which have taken place in his absence.

(1) In all departmental enquiries in which the alleged misconduct is such as to merit a major punishment, if proved, the following records shall be kept :

(a) Order Sheet.

(b) A statement summarising the alleged misconduct i.e., the summary of allegations including the list of prosecution witnesses/documents.

(c) Statements of P.Ws., if any.

(d) Charge.

(e) Statements of P.Ws., and court witnesses, if any.

(f) Statements of the accused police officer.

(g) A list of exhibit.

(h) Findings of the Enquiry Officer.

11. Added vide Notification No. F-5/132/81-Home (P) Estt. dated 22nd July, 1988. [(i) Show Cause Notice for punishment issued to the accused police officer.

(j) Final order of the disciplinary authority.]

(2) The records may be maintained in Hindi or in English and shall be paged like an ordinary file. An index shall be attached to the first page.

(3) A character sheet indicating name and rank of the accused, his date of appointment, confirmation and particulars of punishments/rewards given to him shall also be added after the index.

(4) The records, together with the orders passed, in appeal, shall after necessary entry has been made in the character roll/serv-ice book, be filed with the personal file (Fauji Missal) of the officer concerned; if the record concerns more than one officer, an attested copy of the final order in the case shall be attached to the personal file (Fauji Missal) of each officer concerned. A reference to the original file shall also be given on such copy.

(5) Every punishment order shall be entered in the order book, and shall bear the annual serial number of the entry in the punishment register relating to the case. A reference to this number shall be made in the remarks column of the long roll.

(1) Officers conducting departmental enquiries are not bound to follow the provision of the Code of Criminal Procedure or Indian Evidence Act. They may admit any evidence which they consider relevant and should exclude evidence which is irrelevant to the charge specified under the enquiry or which is introduced merely to prejudice the opposite party or to claud the issues.

Discipline must be maintained during the proceedings of departmental enquiries. Refusal of an accused police officer to answer questions, inordinate delay in producing his defence, insubordinate behaviour before the Enquiry Officer or intemperate or impertinent questioning of superior officers by an accused officer, are, in'addition to being contrary to the spirit of the rules for the conduct of departmental enquiries, entirely contrary to the requirement of discipline and shall be treated accordingly.

Prosecution witness summoned in departmental enquiries shall be entitled to journey expenses, and if detained for more than twelve hours, to suitable daily allowance. Such expenditure, in the case of witnesses who are net government servants, shall be paid out of the allotment "Rewards to private persons" at rates equivalent to judicial scales prevalent in Delhi Judicial Courts.

(1) Appeals shall lie against orders of dismissal or removal from service, reduction in rank or pay, forfeiture of service, fine not exceeding one month's pay, withholding of increment and censure.

(2) There shall be only appeal from the original order and the order of the appellate authority shall be final.

(3) A copy of the original order appealable shall be supplied to the person concerned free of cost.

(4) Any person wishing to make an appeal under sub-rule (1) may apply to the disciplinary authority for a copy of the complete record, or any portion thereof, for the purpose of filing an appeal. Copies of the record of preliminary enquiry shall not be given to the accused officer for the purpose of appeal except where the record of preliminary enquiry also forms part of the departmental proceedings. Such application shall bear a non-judicial stamp of the value of 75 paise unless the applicant is in jail and shall be accompanied by a deposit of the copying fee chargeable under the Rules.

(5) The copy of such record shall be given with as little delay as possible, and gazetted officer shall certify its correctness and the date on which it was given to the applicant.

(6) The appellate authorities in cases in which appeal is admissible as laid in Section 23 of the Delhi Police Act are indicated in the following table:

Officer by whom original order of

Punishment is passed

Appellate authority

(1) Deputy Commissioner of Police,

Additional Deputy Commissioner Of Police, Principal, Police Training School or College, Assistant Commissioner of Police or any other Officer of equivalent rank.

Additional Commissioner of Police

(2) Additional Commissioner of Police Commissioner of Police

(3) Commissioner of Police Administrator, Delhi.

(1) Appeals against punishments shall be made through the Deputy Commissioner of Police of the District or unit in which the appellant is/ was serving.

(2) Every appeal shall set forth the grounds and shall be accompanied by a copy of order of the disciplinary authority.

(3) An appeal which is not filed within 30 days of the date of receipt of the original order, exclusive of the time taken to obtain the copy of the record, shall be barred by limitation. The appellant authority may, however, accept an appeal which is barred by limitation, if in his opinion the delay occurred due to circumstances beyond the control of the appellant. If there are reasons to believe that an officer is evading receipt of an order, the period of one month shall be counted from the date of despatch of the order by the registered post acknowledgment due.

(1) On appeal, the appellate authority may,

(a) confirm the impugned order, or

(b) accept the appeal and set aside punishment order, or

(c) reduce the punishment, or

(d) disagree with the disciplinary authority and enhance the punishment after issue of a fresh show cause notice to the appellant and affording him a reasonable opportunity (including personal hearing, if asked for) against the proposed enhancement.

(e) 1 remit the case to the authority which made the order or to any other authority to make such further enquiry as it may consider proper in the circumstances of the case; or

(f) pass such other orders as it may deem fit.

(2) Every order passed on appeal shall contain the reasons therefor. A copy of every appellate order shall be given free of cost to the appellant.

A Government servant whose appeal has been rejected will not be entitled to file a second appeal. Such Government servant may, however, file a revision within a month of receipt of appellate orders by him to the authority superior to the appellate authority on grounds of material irregularity or illegality in the proceedings provided that no application for revision of an order of the Lt. Governor shall lie. The revisioner authority thereupon :

(i) Confirm or modify the impugned order; or

(ii) accept the revision petition and set aside the order of the appellate authority; or

(iii) reduce the punishment; or

(iv) impose any penalty where no penalty has been imposed; or

(v) disagree with the disciplinary/appellate authority, and enhance the punishment; or

(vi) remit the case to the authority which made the order or any other authority to make such further enquiry as it may consider proper in the circumstances of the case; or

(vii) pass such other orders as it may deem fit.

Provided that no orders imposing or enhancing any penalty shall be made by any revising authority unless the Govt. servant concerned has been given a reasonable opportunity of making a representation against the penalty proposed or against the enhancement of the penalty imposed by the order sought to be revised and if no enquiry under Rule 16 has already been held in the case then no penalty, as prescribed in clauses (i) to (vii) under Rule 5 shall be imposed except after an enquiry in the manner laid down in Rule 16 :

Provided further that no power of revision shall be exercised unless :

(i) The authority which made the order in appeal; or

(ii) the authority to which an appeal would lie where no appeal has been preferred is subordinate to him; or

(iii) no proceedings for revision shall be commenced until after :

(a) the expiry of period of limitation for an appeal ; or

(b) the disposal of the appeal where any such appeal has been preferred,

(iv) an application for revision shall be dealt with in the same manner as if it were an appeal under these rules,

(v) every order passed on revision shall contain the reasons therefor. A copy of every revision order shall be given to the Government servant concerned free of cost.

The Commissioner of Police, an Addl. Commissioner of Police; Dy. Commissioners of Police and Addl. Dy. Commissioners of Police; Principal, Police Training School or College or any other officer of equivalent rank may at any time call for the records of awards made by any of his subordinate either on his own motion or otherwise and confirm, enhance, modify or annul the same or make further investigation or direct such to be made before passing orders :

Provided that no action under this sub-rule shall be initiated more than 6 months after the date of the order sought to be reviewed except with the prior approval of the Lt. Governor, Delhi.

(ii) If an award of dismissal or removal from service is annuled, the officer annuling it shall state whether it is to be recorded as suspension followed by re-instatement or not. The order shall also state whether service previous to dismissal or removal shall count for pension or not.

(iii) In all cases in which an officer proposes to enhance punishment he shall, before passing final orders give the defaulter concerned an opportunity of showing cases, in writing, including personal hearing, if asked for, why his punishment should be enhanced.

The Lt. Governor may at any time on his own motion or otherwise call for the records of any case decided by the Commissioner of Police and confirm, modify, or annul the order forced in it.]

(1) Officers of the rank of an Assistant Commissioner of Police and above are authorised to suspend all police officers of subordinate rank. Inspectors of police can suspend any police officer below the rank of Sub-Inspector. The suspension of an upper subordinate shall be immediately reported to the Deputy/Additional Commissioner of Police.

(2) An officer shall be released from suspension only by the gazetted officer empowered to punish/appoint him.

11. Added vide Notification No. F-5/132/81-Home (P) Estt. dated 22nd July, 1988.

(3)

(i) During the term of such suspension, the powers, functions and privileges vested in him as a Police Officer shall be in abeyance but he shall continue to be subject to the same responsibilities discipline and penalties and to the same authorities, as if he had not been suspended.

(ii) A Police Officer under suspension shall be transferred to the lines if not already posted there. He shall attend all roll calls and shall be required to perform such duties and to attend such parades as the Deputy Commissioner of Police may direct provided that he shall not perform guard duty or any other duty entailing the exercise of the powers or functions of a Police officer, shall not be placed on any duty involving the exercise of responsibility and shall not be issued of with ammunition. A Police officer under suspension shall ordinarily be confirmed to lines, when off duty, but shall be allowed responsible facilities for the preparation of his defence when transferred to the line, lower or upper subordinate shall deposit their kits in the line and shall not wear any article of uniform till they are reinstated or specifically permitted by the Commissioner of Police as contained in sub-rule (iii) of Rule 15 of the Delhi Police (General Conditions of Service) Rules, 1980.

A police officer whose conduct is under departmental enquiry shall ordinarily be placed under suspension only :

(a) When it appears likely that the charge framed will, if proved, render him liable to dismissal or removal from service, or

(b) When the nature of accusation against him is such that his remaining on duty is prejudicial to the public interest or detrimental to investigation into the accusations. A report of all suspensions and re-instatements shall be submitted to the Additional Commissioner of Police and others concerned.

(c) When a punishment of dismissal or removal from service awarded to a police officer under suspension is set aside, in appeal under these Rules and the case is remained for further enquiry or action, or with any other directions, the order of his suspension shall be deemed to have been revoked,

(d) When a police officer of subordinate rank, is kept under suspension for more than 6 months in connection with a departmental enquiry, the concerned Deputy Commissioner of Police shall obtain prior approval of the Additional Commissioner of Police for his continued suspension and shall simultaneously take step to review the subsistence allowance as provided in the relevant rules.

(e) Unnecessary suspension shall be avoided as they increase the number of non-affective personnel and also cause hardship to such employee.

The cases of suspension during pendency of criminal proceedings or proceedings for arrest, for debt or during detention under a law providing for preventive detention shall be dealt with in the following manner :

(a) A police officer of subordinate rank who is detained in custody under any law providing for preventive detention or as a result of a proceeding on a criminal charge shall, if the period of detention exceeds 48 hours and unless he is already under suspension from the date of detention, be deemed to be under suspension from the date of detention until further orders. A police officer of subordinate rank who is undergoing a sentence of imprisonment, shall be dealt with in the same manner pending decision on the disciplinary action to be taken against him.

(b) A police officer of subordinate rank against whom a proceeding has been taken on a criminal charge but who is not actually detained in custody (e.g, a person released on bail) may be placed under suspension by an order of appointing authority. If the charge is connected with the official position of the Government servant or involves any moral turpitude on his part, suspension shall be ordered under this rule unless there are exceptional reasons for not adopting this course. In the latter case, permission of the next higher authority for not suspending the individual concerned shall be obtained.

(c) A police officer of subordinate rank against whom a proceeding has been taken for arrest for debt but who is not actually detained in custody may be placed under suspension by an order of appointing authority only if a disciplinary proceeding against him is contemplated.

(d) When a police officer of subordinate rank who is deemed to be under suspension in the circumstances mentioned in clause (a) or who is suspended in circumstances mentioned in clause (b), is reinstated without taking disciplinary proceedings against him his pay and allowances for the period of suspension will be regulated under the relevant Rules.

(1) If a prisoner escapes or is rescued from police custody, the police officer immediately responsible, shall forthwith be suspended from duty. A searching departmental enquiry shall at once be held by or under the orders of the Deputy Commissioner of Police. The object of this enquiry shall be the elucidation of all circumstances connected with the escape or rescue and the determination of issue whether the escape or rescue could have been prevented by the exercise of such vigilance and courage on the part of the Police Officer immediately responsible as might reasonably have been expected, and whether it was rendered possible or facilitated by any neglect or omission of duty on the part of any superior police officer.

(2) On the conclusion of enquiry, if the Deputy Commissioner of Police finds that no misconduct is attached to the Police officers or officer suspended, he shall reinstate them.

(3) If the enquiry establishes negligence or connivance in an escape, thereby creating a presumption that an offence under Section 221, 222 or 223 I.P.C. has been committed, the police officer concerned shall be prosecuted in a criminal court, unless the Additional Commissioner of Police on a reference by the Deputy Commissioner of Police decides, for reasons to be recorded in writing that the case shall be dealt with departmentally. If the enquiry establishes a breach of discipline or misconduct not amounting to an offence under any of the sections of the I.P.C. mentioned above, the case shall ordinarily be dealt with departmentally. The criminal prosecution under this rule of an upper subordinate shall not be undertaken without the sanction of the Additional Commissioner of Police. Dismissal or removal from service shall normally follow a judicial conviction, for finding of guilt in a departmental enquiry for negligence resulting in the escape of a prisoner.

(1) A Police officer under suspension shall be given a subsistence grant in accordance with rules and orders issued by the Government of India from time to time. If a police officer is reinstated on enquiry or trial or an appeal, the grant of pay and allowances including subsistence grant shall also be made in accordance with such rules and orders on the subject.

(2) The officers of and above the rank of Deputy Commissioner of Police shall be the competent authority for granting subsistence grants to enrolled police officers under suspension.

Every police officer of subordinate rank on leaving service in the Delhi Police whether as a measure of penalty or on acceptance of resignation shall be given by the appointing authority a discharge certificate in the form at Annexure 'A' as laid down in Section 25(8) of the Delhi Police Act, 1978.

Should any dispute arise over the interpretation of any of the provisions of these Rules, the decision of the Administrator, Delhi, shall be final.

With the coming into force of these rules, the corresponding provisions contained in Punjab Police Rules, relating to status and treatment of officer under suspension shall stand suspended and these rules shall operate and be in force subject to the provisions as contained in the provisions to sub-sections (1) and (2) of section 149 of the Delhi Police Act, 1978.

ANNEXURE 'A'

Police Department

Delhi

DISCHARGE CERTIFICATE

PART I

DESCRIPTIVE ROLL

(i) Range/Constabulary No.

(ii) Name & Parentage (with surname, if any)

(iii) Full permanent residential address..

(iv) Present Address..

(v) HeightCMs.

(vi) Date of birth (in words)

(vii) Age on date of dismissal/removal/resignation Years Months Days retirement from service

(viii) Educational Qualifications

(ix) Particulars profession/trade, if any..

(x) Course done

(xi) Distinctive marks

(xii) Cause of discharge from service whether dismissed removed or retired/resigned.

(xiii) Certificates Meals Commendation Class I

awarded : Certificates

Class II Class III Cash Reward

(xiv) Punishments : Major Minor . O.R. Punishments

PART 2

Certified that Shri S/o. whose particulars have been mentioned in Part 1 overleaf has resigned/removed/discharged/ dismissed from Police force w.e.f.

after having served his department as under :

From To Years Months Days

(i ) As....(rank)

(ii) As....(rank)

(iii) As....(rank)

(iv) As....(rank)

Total service in Delhi Police

Previous service in other

government departments.

(i) As (Nature of Service)

(ii) As (Nature of Service)

(iii) As (Nature of Service)

Grand total of service

He has received a true and just account of his pay and arrears of pay and all claims against him by Government have been settled in full.

Dated.

Deputy Commissioner of Police

In exercise of the powers conferred by clause (a) of sub-section (2) of Section 147 read with Section 5(b) of the Delhi Police Act, 1978, the Administrator is pleased to make the following rules governing the general conditions of service of the Delhi Police

These rules shall be called the Delhi Police (General Conditions of Service) Rules, 1980.

They shall apply to all police officers of subordinate rank.

They shall come into force with effect from the date of publication in the Delhi Gazette.

The Delhi Police shall receive such pay and allowances as are prescribed by the Government of India from time to time.

The Delhi Police shall be issued such articles of uniform/equipment as may be prescribed by the Administrator by a general or special order.

For purposes of rent-free unfurnished accommodation or house rent allowance in lieu thereof, all police officers of subordinate ranks of Delhi Police shall be governed by such rules as may be framed by the Government of India in this regard from time to time.

(i) The Commissioner of Police, Additional Commissioner of Police, Deputy Commissioner of Police and Additional Deputy Commissioner of Police may sanction reward to public or police up to the limits noted against each hereunder:

(a) Commissioner of Police Commendation Roll Cash reward up to budget limit for actions

(b) Additional Commissioner of Police.

Commendation certificate

Cash reward up to Rs. 2000.00 in each case for actions of such special merit as to deserve a higher form of recognition than a Deputy Commissioner of Police is empowered to give

(c) Deputy Commissioner of Police/Addl. Dy. Commissioner of Police Commendation Card Class I and II

Cash reward up to Rs. 500 in each case in recognition of specific instances of good work or assistance to police in connection with the prevention or detection of crime or the preservation of law and order, or in other administrative matters.

1 The Commissioner of Police, Addl. Commissioner of Police, Deputy Commissioner of Police, Addl. Deputy Commissioner of Police may accept and disburse reward, of fered by the public, to the extent upto which they are them selves empowered to sanction reward, under Rule 7 (i) above. (3) Subject to the limits imposed by Rule 7 (i), reward may be given to the persons, who are not Police Officers, for assistance or information of special merit, given to the Police in any branch of Police activity or in other administrative matters.]

(ii) Reward to public shall be sanctioned only for assistance of special merit rendered to police in detention of crime or apprehension of criminals, whereas the police officers of subordinate ranks and other employees of the Delhi Police may be sanctioned commendation certificate/cash reward for exhibiting special merit in any branch of police activity or for exceptionally good work in connection with the administration of law, maintenance of peace, safety and good order or the conduct displaying exceptional address, acuteness, industry, fidelity or courage.

(i) Command and precedence amongst police shall be:

(a) by seniority of rank/inter se seniority in the same rank.

(b) officers holding officiating appointments shall take the rank and seniority of such appointment for the time that they hold it. On reversion, they shall take seniority in accordance with their position in their substantive rank.

(c) Seniority of officers appointed or promoted on probation to any rank shall be finally determined by the date for which confirmed in that rank.

Whenever in consequence of the office of the Commissioner of Police, Additional Commissioner of Police or any other police officer becoming vacant, any officer who holds charge of the post such Commissioner of Police, Additional Commissioner of Police or other police officer, such officer shall be competent to exercise all the powers under the Delhi Police Act conferred thereunder on the Commissioner of Police, Additional Commissioner of Police or other police officer, as the case may be.

The usual channel of communication between police officers shall be through their immediate and intermediate superiors.

A police officer shall not comment orally or in writing on the remarks made by a superior officer. If a police officer considers that an erroneous view has been taken of his conduct or of any matter affecting his administration, he may refer the question in writing in a temperate manner through proper channel.

An officer of subordinate rank making complaints against his superior officer, which he cannot substantiate or prove, shall be liable for action under Section 21 of the Delhi Police Act, 1978.

Police officers of all ranks are forbidden from approaching officials of other departments or non-officials for support in pressing individual claims in the matter of promotion, transfer, punishment, appeal or any other matter connected with their service. Any violation of this rule shall be punishable under Section 21 of the Delhi Police Act, 1978.

No police officer shall be transferred with his superior from one district to another.

(i) Retired officers of the Delhi Police not below the rank of Assistant Sub-Inspector who have rendered approved service of not less than 30 years in the Police Force, may be permitted by Additional Commissioners of Police to wear, on ceremonial occasions only, the uniform of rank which they were holding in the force at the time of retirement.

(ii) Applications for such permission shall be submitted to the Deputy Commissioner of Police concerned, who shall forward the same together with the character roll/service book of the applicant with a specific recommendation to the Additional Commissioner of Police, for final orders.

(iii) If a retired, dismissed or a suspended police officer or any other person, not being a member of the Delhi Police wears, without the permission of an officer authorised by the Administrator under the rules framed by him in his behalf by general or special order, the uniform of the Delhi Police or any dress having the appearance or bearing any of the distinctive marks of that uniform, shall be punished under Section 126 of the Delhi Police ORDER11. Added vide Notification No. F. 10/43/8 l-H(P)/Estt. dated 6-7-1981. In pursuance of sub-rule (iii) of Rule 15 of the Delhi Police (General Conditions of Service) Rules, 1980, the Administrator, Delhi, is pleased to authorise the Commissioner of Police, Delhi, to permit a retired, dismissed or a suspended police officer or any other person not being a member of the Delhi Police, to wear the uniform of the Delhi Police or any dress having the appearance or bearing any of the distinctive marks of that uniform.

No officer of subordinate rank shall give information to Press on any official matters directly or indirectly except when specially authorised to do so by the Deputy Commissioner of Police concerned.

The Commissioner of Police, Delhi may sanction permanent absorption in Delhi Police of upper and lower subordinates, except Inspectors from other States/ Union territories and Central Police Organisations, with their consent and with the concurrence of the Head of the Police force of the State/Union territory, or the Central Police Organisation concerned. Similarly, the Commissioner of Police may sanction permanent transfer of upper and lower subordinates of Delhi Police, except inspectors with their consent for permanent absorption in Police forces of other States/Union territories or Central Police Organisation, subject to the concurrence of the Head of the Police force concerned. In case of such permanent transfer of an Inspector of Delhi Police to any other state or vice-versa, the Commissioner of Police shall obtain the prior sanction of the Administrator.

Whereas the undersigned considers it expedient that regulations should be framed for controlling the carrying of explosives in streets and public places in the Union Territory of Delhi. And whereas-the undersigned is satisfied that circumstances exist which render it necessary that such regulations should be brought into force at once. Now, therefore, the undersigned with the previous sanction of the Administrator of the Union Territory of Delhi had in exercise of the power conferred by clause (i) of Subsection (1) of Section 28, read with the proviso to Sub-Section (3) of section 28 of the Delhi Police Act, 1978, is pleased to make the following regulations namely

(1) These regulations may be called the "Delhi Control of Carrying Explosives Regulations, 1980".

(2) They extend to the whole of the Union Territory of Delhi.

(3) They shall come into force at once.

In these regulations, unless there is anything repugnant in the subject or context:

(a) "Commissioner" means the Commissioner of Police and includes the Addl. Commissioner and Dy. Commissioner of Police.

(b) "Public Place" and "Street" shall have the same meaning as defined in the Delhi Police Act, 1978.

(c) "Explosive" shall have the same meaning as defined in the Indian Explosives Act, 1884.

No person shall carry or cause to be carried in any street or public place any quantity of gun powder exceeding 5 lbs. in weight, or any quantity of safety cartridges exceeding 30 lbs. in weight or any quantity exceeding 5 lbs. in weight of any other explosive except explosives of the 7th (Firework) Class, unless authorised by a permit granted to him by the Commissioner of Police or any other officer specially authorised by him. Such permit shall be in Form A in the schedule hereto annexed :

Provided that nothing in these regulations shall be held to authorised carrying in any street of public place of any explosive of the 5th fulminate Class, or of any explosive the possession whereof is for the time being prohibited absolutely by notification of the Government of India under section 6 of the Indian Explosives Act, 1884.

No person shall carry or. cause to be carried in any street or public place a greater quantity of a specified explosive than is specified in any permit granted in respect thereof.

No detonator shall be carried or be caused to be carried alongwith any other explosive.

No package of explosive shall be carried in any street or public place unless there shall be affixed (on the outside of such package) in conspicuous characters by means of brand or securely attached label or mark the word 'Explosive' followed by the name of the explosive, or other description of the contents and the name and address of the owner or sender.

No person or persons in whole charge any explosive is being carried in any street or public place shall smoke or shall allow any smoking fire artificial light striking of matches or any article which is liable to cause or communicate fire or explosion to be dangerously near the same.

No person shall carry any explosive through any street or public place other than those shown in the permit (if any) granted in respect thereof by the Commissioner of Police or any other officer specially authorised by him in this behalf.

No explosive shall be carried in any street or public place except during such hours as may be directed in the permit (if any) granted by the Commissioner of Police or any other officer specially authorised by him in respect thereof.

A person carrying any explosive or in charge of a vehicle carrying any explosive from one place to another shall not stop unnecessarily in any street or public place where such stopping would be attended with public danger.

Any person desiring to remove or cause to be removed from any Magazine or other place to any Railway Station or other place in Delhi any quantity of explosive shall, after having obtained the necessary permit to transport the same from the Commissioner of Police or other officer specially authorised by him in this behalf in Form 'A' in the Schedule hereto annexed, cause the same to be carried to its destination by car, vehicle or other means of conveyance, and such explosive if conveyed by car or vehicle must be effectually and completely covered with tarpauline to protect it against communication with fire, and the cart or vehicle so employed must be of a covered pattern approved by the Commissioner of Police or any other officer, specially authorised by him, in this behalf :

Provided that any explosive of the Ist (Ammunition) Class when transported to any place within Delhi shall be transported in quantities not exceeding 100 lbs. in weight at any one time, and shall be carried to its destination by mazdoors who shall not individually carry more than 25 lbs. weight each, and who shall be started one after the other from the place of despatch with time intervals of not less than fifteen minutes between the mazdoor and his followers. Any person causing any such explosive to be removed or attending to or superintending the removal of the same shall be responsible for any breach of these Regulations.

RULES FOR THE CARRYING IN STREETS AND PUBLIC PLACES OF GUN POWDER AND OTHER EXPLOSIVE SUBSTANCES UNDER SECTION 3 OF DELHI CONTROL OF CARRYING EXPLOSIVES REGULATIONS, 1980

No person shall carry or cause to be carried in any street or public place any quantity of gun powder exceeding 5 lbs. in weight, or any quantity of safety cartridges exceeding 30 lbs. in weight or any quantity exceeding 5 lbs. in weight of any other explosive except explosives of the 7th (Fireword) Class unless authorised by a permit granted to him by the Commissioner of Police. Such permit shall be in Form 'A' in the schedule hereto annexed:

Provided that nothing in this rule shall be held to authorise the carrying in any street or public place of any explosive of the 5th (Fulminate) Class, or any other explosive whereof the possession is for the time being prohibited absolutely by Notification of the Government of India under section 6 of the Indian Explosives Act, 1884.

No person shall carry or cause to be carried in any street or public place a greater quantity of a specified explosive than is specified in any permit granted in respect thereof.

No detonators shall be carried or be caused to be carried alongwith any other explosive.

No package of explosive shall be carried in any street or public place unless there shall be affixed (on the outside of such package) in conspicuous characters by means of brand or securely attached label or mark the word "Explosive" followed by the name of the explosive, or other description of the contents and the name and address of the owners or senders.

No person or persons in whose charge any explosive is being carried in any street or public place shall smoke or shall allow any smoking, fire, artificial light, matches or any article, which is liable to cause or communicate force or explosion, to be dangerously near the same.

No person shall carry any explosive through any street or public place other than those shown in the permit (if any), granted in respect thereof by the Commissioner of Police.

A person carrying any explosive or in charge of a vehicle carrying an explosive from one place to another shall not stop unnecessarily in any street or public place where such stopping would be attended with public danger.

Any person desiring to remove or to cause to be removed from any Magazine or other place to any Railway Station or other place in Delhi any quantity of explosive, shall after having obtained the necessary permit to transport the same from the Commissioner of Police in Form A in the schedule hereto annexed, cause the same to be carried to its destination by cart, vehicle or other means of conveyance, and such explosive if conveyed by cart or vehicle must be effectually and completely covered with tarpaulin to protect it against communication with fire and the cart or vehicle so employed must be of a covered pattern.

Provided that any explosive of the 1st or Ammunition Class when transported to any place within Delhi shall be transported in quantities not exceeding 100 lbs. in weight at any one time, and shall be carried to its destination by mazdoors who shall individually not carry more than 25 lbs. weight each, and who shall be started one after the other from the place of despatch with time interval of not less than fifteen minutes between the separate mazdoors.

Any person causing any such explosive to be removed or attending to or superintending the removal of the same shall be responsible for any breach of this rule.

FORM- (See Rules 3 and 11)

FORM-A

(See Rules 3 and 11)

Noof 19

POLICE COMMISSIONER OFFICE

Delhi19

Permit to Transport Explosive

Shri

Messrs

Hereby permitted to remove on or between

From

To

Gunpowder.lbs.

Blasting Powder.lbs.

Dynamic.lbs.

Gelignite.lbs.

Detonators...lbs.

Cartridgeslbs.

BY MAZDOORS

by cart or other vehicle the explosive shown in the margin. The route for the conveyance of the above shall be

The Dy. Commissioner of Police Distt. will see that requirements of the Rules printed on the back of this permit are in all respects carried out to

For COMMISSIONER OF POLICE

(i) These regulations may be called the "Delhi Control of Blasting in Public Places Regulations, 1980".

(ii) They shall extend to the whole of the Union Territory of Delhi. They shall come into force at once.

In these regulations, unless there is anything repugnant in the subject or context:

(a) "Commissioner" means the Commissioner of Police, Delhi.

(b) "Public Place" and "street" shall have the same meaning as defined in the Delhi Police Act, 1978.

No person shall blast in streets or public places in Delhi without a licence from the Commissioner of Police or any officer specially authorised by him, in this behalf, which may be granted in Form 'A' appended hereto.

Every licensee shall produce it to any Police Officer on demand.

Blasting charges at a quarry shall not be exploded save between the hours mentioned in the licence.

Bore holes shall be of such a size that the carriage can easily pass down them. These shall be cleared of all debris before a charge is inserted.

The position of holes to be drilled must be marked with white paint thus (a) and the licensee must take particular note of these positions.

Ordinarily not more than ten holes shall be loaded and fired at any one time, if the licensee for any special reasons desires that more than ten holes should be loaded and fired at one time, he must obtain permission from the Commissioner of Police or any officer specially authorised by him. The charges shall be fired, as far as practicable, successively and not simultaneously.

The loading shall be done by the licensee himself or under his orders and under his personal supervision and the position of the charge holes shall be carefully noted. Cylindrical wooden or copper tamping rods only shall be used. One cartridge at a time shall be inserted and gently pressed home with the tamping rod. The maximum weight for a charge in any bore hole shall be 2 lbs. of country gunpowder or 1 lb. of English gun-powder unless the written permission of the Commissioner of Police or any officer specially authorised by him in this behalf, is obtained for a heavier charge.

Before exploding any blasting charge, a strong wooden lattical sufficiently weighed shall be placed immediately over the drift so as to prevent as far as possible the projection of fragments of stone by the explosion of blasting charge.

Immediately before firing a blast, due warning shall be given and the licensee shall see that all workmen and others within the danger zone have retired to places of safety; he shall also take precautions by the posting of a sufficient number of watchmen to prevent any person coming within the danger zone until the blasting is finished.

The safety fuse of the charged holes shall be lighted in the presence of the licensee who shall see that the fuses of the holes charged have properly ignited.

Careful account shall be kept by the licensee of each blast as it explodes.

After the blast, the licensee shall carefully inspect the work and satisfy himself that all charged holes have exploded.

In case of a misfired hole, the licensee shall first examine the same and at once mark a red cross over the hole thus (X).

No driller shall work near the hole, until the following has been done by the licensee: He shall very carefully extract the tamping with a wooden scraper, withdraw the defective fuse, insert a new one and fire the charge in the ordinary way. In the case of second mis-fire, the licensee shall as before, extract the tamping and drown the charge. A second hole may then be drilled 6" from the mis-fired hole and parallel to it, charged and fired.

No holder of a licence for blasting at any particular place shall absent himself from that place while the blasting operations are proceeding.

The holder of a licence for blasting shall afford the Police free access to the place where his blasting operations are proceeding and give them every facility to ascertain whether all necessary precautions have been taken to guard against danger to the public.

A licence granted for blasting under these Regulations shall not be transferable, but shall be for the benefit only of the person to whom it is granted, and on the death of such person shall be deemed to have been revoked, and on the suspension or revocation, the licence shall be returned at once to the Commissioner of Police or any officer specially authorised by him in this behalf.

No blasting operation shall take place unless the officer-in-charge of the Police Station, wherein such blasting will take place, has been notified, in writing, at least six hours before hand, of the exact time and place of such blasting operation. Where blasting operations are to be carried out every day in or about the same place, the licensing authority may accept a monthly notice instead of a daily one.

The Commissioner of Police or any officer specially authorised by him in this behalf shall have absolute discretion in determining whether a licence for blasting shall be refused, renewed, transferred, revoked or suspended and also the conditions under which any such licence shall be granted.

The licence granted under these Regulations shall be in addition to a licence which may be required to be obtained from any authority under any other law for the time being in force.

FORM 'A'

Form of Licence For Blasting of Rocks

Under the powers vested in him under sub-section (I), clause (5) (II), of Sec. 28 of the Delhi Police Act, 1978 and subject to the rules made with the previous sanction of Administrator by the Commissioner of Police, Delhi, a licence is hereby granted to..authorising him to carry on blasting operations at.

until 31st December.

Given under my hand and seal, this..day of. 19.

Police Commissioner's Office:

Delhi

..19..

(Reverse of Licence)

CONDITIONS

The licensee shall produce this licence to any Police Officer on demand.

Blasting charges at a quarry shall not be exploded save between the hours mentioned in the licence.

Bore holes shall be of such a size that the cartridge can easily pass down them.

They shall be cleared of all debris before a charge is inserted.

The position of all holes to be drilled must be marked with white paint thus

(a) and the licensee must take particular note of these positions.

Ordinarily not more than ten holes shall be loaded and fired at any one time;

if the licensee for any special reasons desires that more than ten holes should be loaded "and fired at one time, he must obtain specific permission from the Commissioner of Police. The charges shall be fired, as far as practicable, successively and not simultaneously.

(a) The loading shall be done by the licensee himself or under his orders and under his personal supervision and the position of the charge holes shall be carefully noted. Cylindrical wooden or copper tamping rods only shall be used. One cartridge at a time shall be inserted and gently pressed home with the tamping rod.

The maximum weight for a charge in bore hole shall be 2 lbs. of country gunpowder, or 1 lb. of English gunpowder unless the written permission of the Commissioner of Police is obtained for a heavier charge.

Before exploding any blasting charge, a strong wooden lattice, sufficiently weighed shall be placed immediately over the drift so as to prevent as far as possible the projection of fragments of stone,by the explosion of blasting charge.

Immediately before firing a blast, due warning shall be given and the licensee shall see that all workmen and others within the danger zone have retired to places of safety; he shall also take precautions by the posting of a sufficient number of watchmen to prevent any person coming within the danger zone until the blasting is finished.

The safety fuses of the charged holes shall be lighted in the presence of the licensee who shall see that the fuses of the holes charged have properly ignited.

Careful account shall be kept by the licensee of each blast as it explodes.

After the blast, the licensee shall carefully insert the work and satisfy himself that all charged holes have exploded.

In case of a mis-fired hole, the licensee shall first examine the same and at once mark a red cross over the hole thus (X).

13. No driller shall work near the hole, until the following has been done by the licensee:-

He should very carefully extract the tamping with a wooden scraper, withdraw the defective fuse, insert a new one and fire the charge in the ordinary way.

In the case of second mis-fire, he should as before extract the tamping and drown the charge. A second hole may then be drilled 6" from the mis-fired hole and parallel to it, charged and fired.

No holder of a licence for blasting at any particular place shall absent himself from that place while the blasting operations are proceeding.

The holder of a licence for blasting shall afford the Police free access to the place where his blasting operations are proceeding and give them every facility to ascertain whether all necessary precautions have been taken to guard against danger to the public.

A licence granted for blasting under these rules shall not be transferable, but shall be for the benefit only of the person to whom it is granted, and on the suspension or revocation, the licence shall be returned at once to the Commissioner of Police.

No blasting operation shall take place unless the Officer-in-charge of the Police Station wherein such blasting will take place have been notified in writing at least six hours beforehand, of the exact time and place of such blasting operation. Where blasting operations are to be carried out every day in or about the same place, the licensing authority may accept a monthly notice instead of a daily one. The licence granted under these Regulations shall be in addition to a licence which may be required to be obtained from any authority under any other law for the time being in force.

REGULATIONS FOR LICENSING AND CONTROLLING PLACES OF AMUSEMENT (OTHER THAN CINEMAS) AND PERFORMANCES FOR PUBLIC AMUSEMENT, 1980

(1) These regulations may be called "The Regulations for Licensing and Controlling Places of Public Amusement (other than Cinemas) and Performances for Public Amusement, 1980'".

(2) They shall, save as expressly provided otherwise, apply to and in relation to all places of Public Amusement (other than Cinemas) and to musical, dancing, mimetic theatrical or other performances for Public Amusement in the Union Territory of Delhi.

In these regulations unless there is anything repugnant in the subject or context :

(a) "Act" means the Delhi Police Act, 1978.

(b) "Arc Lamp" means a lamp whose source of light is an electric arc between carbon electrodes.

(c) "Appellate Authority" means the authority competent to entertain appeals against refusal of the licensing authority to grant licences or against orders issued by licensing authority cancelling existing licenses as prescribed in Chapter XIV of these regulations.

(d) "Board" means the Board appointed by the Administrator under Sub-clause (iii) of clause (y) of Sub-section (1) of Section 28 of the Act.

(e) "Cinema" means any place where an exhibition by means of cinematography is given;

(f) "Electrical Inspector" means the Electrical Inspector of the Delhi Administration and includes Asstt. Electrical Inspector or any other officer appointed by the Administrator to perform the functions of the Electrical Inspector under these regulations.

(g) "Executive Engineer" means the officer holding charge of the relevant Division of the Public Works Department of the Delhi Administration or such other officer as may be appointed by the Administrator to perform such duties and includes the Engineer of Municipal Corporation of Delhi, Delhi Development Authority, New Delhi Municipal Committee or any other local body concerned with the sanction of plant for the construction of buildings.

(h) "Form" means a form appended to these Regulations.

(i) "Gangway" means a passage provided for circulation on foot of the spectators/performers or attendants.

(j) "Licensee" means a person holding a licence under these Regulations and includes the managers nominated under Regulation 219. Published vide Notification No. 4935/Spl. Cell.

(k) "Licensing Authority'" means the authority competent to grant, suspend, cancel or revoke, 'No objection certificate' permissions, licences under Chapters II, VII, VIII, IX, XIII as prescribed in Chapter XIV of these Regulations.

(l) "Melas" means a gathering of public where centres of amusement, showmanship, sale etc. may be organised.

(m) "Organiser" means and includes any person, who is the promoter, manager, secretary or any person connected in any other manner whatever with the organisation of management of a public amusement performance.

(n) "Premises" means any place which is used or intended to be used as a place of public amusement or place other than a cinema, theatre, where in musical, dancing, dramatic, mimetic, theatrical, or other performances of public amusement, exhibition or diversion or game are staged ;

(o) "Public Amusement Performance" means a performance of dramas, songs, dances, mimetics and similar other performance given in a place of public amusement or in any other place, whether with or without admission fee, and to which admission is not restricted, exclusively to the members of any particular institution ;

(p) "Tamasha" means a performance by a person or a group of persons, with or without animals, machinery or other equipment for the amusement of the public. Words and expressions used in the Act and not defined in these Regulations, shall have the meaning assigned to them in the Act.

(1) Any person desirous of erecting a building or a tent or any other temporary erection, by whatever name called, on any site for the purpose of using it as a theatre or as a place of public amusement, or converting or using any existing premises for the said purpose, shall first give a notice in writing to the Licensing Authority and make an application to the Licensing Authority for the grant of a "No objection" Certificate, specifying therein whether the application is for a permanent, or temporary place of public amusement. The application shall be accompanied by a plan of the proposed site drawn to scale and shall clearly indicate that surrounding roads and buildings which exist up to a distance of 6 metres of the proposed site. Schools, hospitals or places of worship, petrol pump and also the position of overhead high tension cables electric lines, as prescribed under the Indian Electricity Rules, 1956, shall be clearly indicated in the plan.

(2) Such person shall also make public, his intention by exhibiting a notice in Form 'A' on a board on the proposed site in such a position that it can be plainly seen from the public thoroughfare or public place upon which such site abuts. The notice shall be in English and in Hindi as well as in the language of the locality. The notice on the board shall be maintained on the site until the matter is decided by the Licensing Authority. The board shall be at least 120X90 centimetres in size and the notice shall be exhibited thereon in bold and clearly legible letters.

On receipt of such intimation, the Licensing Authority shall, at the cost of the applicant, notify the public of such intention in such manner by publication in newspapers or otherwise as may be deemed fit for the purpose of inviting objections. A notification for inviting objections shall be issued by the Licensing Authority in Form "B" and shall specify the period within which the objections shall be lodged with the Licensing Authority. The Licensing Authority may also consult the officer Executive Engineer concerned of the Buildings and Communication Department, in respect of the proposed site.

Without prejudice to the authority of the Licensing Authority to refuse or grant licences for premises and performance under Regulations 109, 107, 119 and 120 of these Regulations, the Licensing Authority may grant in Form "C" a certificate to the applicant that there is no objection to the location of the premises at the site notified by the applicant under Regulation 3.

"No Objection" certificate shall be in form "C" and shall be valid, unless earlier revoked, for a period of two years from the date of its issue in the case of permanent premises, and six months in the case of temporary premises.

The Licensing Authority may on an application made to it in this behalf dispense with the procedure prescribed in regulations 3 and 4 in respect of camp sites of touring parties, giving any of the performances coming with the purview of these regulations, at the site at which the same or any other touring party had been allowed to camp on a previous occasion, in villages having a permanent population of not exceeding ten thousand persons, a no objection certificate shall not be necessary if such premises are used or are intended to be used for the performance of exhibition of programmes of public amusements for a period not exceeding fourteen days from the date of commencement of the temporary structure being used as a place of public amusement.

No premises shall be licensed under these regulations unless the premises conform to the regulations laid down in Chapters III, IV, V and VI of these Regulations:

Provided that in the case of temporary premises, only regulations 13, 14, 15, 16, 17 and 20(1) shall apply.

(1) All premises of a permanent nature shall be enclosed within proper external or partition walls of bricks, stone/or contrete (plain, hollow or reinforced) and the floors, tiers and roof of the auditorium and all parts used by the public, shall be constructed of fire-resisting material of not less than half hour fire resistance.

(2) No soft wood or other inflammable wall linings, duly licensed before corning into force of these regulations, provided that a cloth ceiling where it exists, and partition walls in private boxes in such premises shall be replaced by fire-resisting material.

(1) The floor, roof, private boxes, balconies, galleries, tiers, partitions, ventilators and every room, lobby, corridor, staircases and passage devoted to the use of the public shall be constructed of fire-resisting materials. No wooden posts shall be allowed for the support of galleries, and tiers, unless treated with fire retardant solutions or coated with fire resistant retardant paint. The fire resistance routines in terms of time limit shall be as specified by the Licensing Authority.

(2) No soft wood or other inflammable wall linings, partitions, screens or barriers shall be used in any part of the auditorium and no cavities shall be left behind any linings.

(3) The fronts of private boxes and each tier shall be formed of fire resistance material of not less than half hour fire ratings except the capping of boxes which may be of wood.

(4) Nothing in this regulation shall apply to premises duly licensed before the coming into force of these regulations:

Provided that open spaces under the auditorium and stage in such premises, where they exist, shall not be rented or used as godowns, but may be used for storing implements such as advertisement boards, trollies etc., if they are properly arranged and taken care of.

Where the first tier or balcony extends over any part of the auditorium, the height between the floor of the auditorium and such tier or balcony shall not be at any part less than 3 metres; the floor of the highest part of such tier or balcony and the lowest part of the ceiling over the same shall not be less than 3'/4 metres. The height between the several tiers shall in no case be less than 2 '/2 metres: Provided that nothing in this regulation shall apply to premises duly licensed before the coming into force of these regulations.

Premises shall have a road frontage on the public thoroughfare upon which the site of such premises about and in such frontage there shall be suitable means of entrances and exit for the public in addition, entrances and exits shall be reserved for service in case of emergency, opening on two separate and distinct passages leading either to the said public thoroughfare or to other suitable thoroughfares and such passages shall not be less than 1 '/2 metres in width.

(1) Every public portion of the building shall be provided with an adequate number of clearly indicated exits placed in such positions and so maintained as to afford the audience ample means of safe and speedy egress.

(2) In the auditorium, there shall be at least one exit from every tier, floor or gallery for every 150 persons accommodated or part thereof :

Provided that from every upper floor or gallery there shall be not less than two exits; Provided further that an exit on or by way of stage or platform shall not be reckoned as one of the exits required by this regulation.

(3) Every exit from the auditorium shall provide a clear opening space of not less than 2.10 metres high and 1.50 metres wide.

(4) Exits from the auditorium shall be suitably spaced along both sides and along the back thereof and shall deliver into two or more different thoroughfares or open space from which there should be at all times free means of rapid dispersal.

(5) Every passage or corridor leading from an exit in the auditorium to a final place of exit from the building shall be of such width as will in the opinion of the Licensing Authority enable the persons who are likely to use it in an emergency to leave the building without danger of crowding or congestion. At no point shall any such passage or corridor be less than 150 metres wide and it shall not diminish in width in the direction of the final place of exit.

(6) The combined width of the final place of exit from the building shall be such that there are at least 1.50 metres of exits widths for every 1 50 persons that can be accommodated in the building.

(7) All exit doors shall open outwards and shall be so fitted that when opened they do not obstruct any gangway, passage, corridor, stairway or landing.

(8) All exit doors and doors through which the public have to pass on the way to the open air shall be available for exit during the whole time that the public are in the building and during such time shall not be. locked or bolted.

(9) All exits from the auditorium and all doors or openings (other than the main entrance) intended for egress from the building shall be clearly indicated by the word "EXIT" in block letters, which shall not be less than 18 centimetres high on or above the doors at least 2.10 metres high and shall be so displayed as to be clearly visible in the light as well as in the dark.

(10) All other doors of opening shall be so constructed as to be clearly distinguishable from exits. They may be indicated by the words "NO THOROUGHFARE" but no notice bearing the words "NO EXIT" shall be used in any part of the building.

(a) No part of the auditorium shall provide accommodation exclusive of passages at a scale higher than 0.45 sq. metre per person. The maximum gross occupant load shall be 0.60 sq. metre of the overall area of the floor space in the auditorium, per person.

(b) A notice showing the number of spectators permitted by the conditions of the licence to be admitted to any one part of the building shall be exhibited at a prominent place either at the entrance of the building or in the auditorium.

(c)

(1) The seating in the building shall be so arranged that there is free access to exits.

(2) The distance between back of one row of seats to the back of another row of seats immediately behind shall not be less than 90 centimetres where push back seats are used and 98 centimetres where fixed seats are used. The width of the seats shall not be less than 50 centimetres where arms are provided and 45 centimetres where arms are not provided.

(3) The rows of seats shall be so arranged that there is a clear space of not less than 38 centimetres between the back of 1 seat and the foremost portion of the seat arm of frame behind, measured between perpendiculars.

(4) All seats, except those in private boxes, shall be securely fixed to the floor, and if battened together or made in links, the complete link shall be firmly attached to the floor.

(1) Clear passages or longitudinal gangways shall not be formed at the sides and down the centre of the seating (seating between sides) in every part of the auditorium in such manner that no seat shall be more than 7 seats from any of the gangway.

(a) The width of the main longitudinal gangway shall not be less than 120 centimetres and the width of the side longitudinal gangway shall not be less than 90 centimetres.

(b) At least two longitudinal gangways shall be connected directly to the exit door. For this purpose, if the side longitudinal gangway are not connected to the exit door, the width of the same shall not be less than 120 centimetres.

(2) Cross gangways of not less than 120 centimetres wide shall be provided parallel to the line of seating so as to provide direct access to the exit. At least one cross gangway shall be required for every 15 rows.

(3) All gangways, exits and the treads of steps and stairways shall be maintained with non-slippery surfaces.

(4) Druggests, matting and floor covering, if provided in gangways shall be securely fastened to the floors.

(5) The exits and the gangways and passages leading to exits shall be kept clear of obstructions other than rope barriers provided in accordance with Sub-regulation (7). On no account shall extra seats be placed in the gangways at the time of performance in such a way as to block or effectively reduce their width.

(6) If steps have to be inserted in a gangway or passage, there shall not be less than three steps at any one place. The treads shall not be less than 30 cm. wide and shall be of uniform width and height.

(7) Rope barriers in gangways or elsewhere shall be fitted with clips or fastenings which will part in the centre on slight pressure and shall not trail on the floor.

(1) All doorways for the use of the public shall be at least 1.5 metres wide in the clear. All floors must open outwards to lie flush with the outside of the wall.

(2) Nothing in Sub-regulation 16(1) shall apply to premises duly licensed before the coming into force of these regulations, so long as the minimum space for exits, in accordance with the provisions of regulations 13, is provided for in such premises.

(3) All doors used by the public may be kept closed but not bolted during a performance of exhibition, provided an attendant is placed in charge of each such door whose duty it shall be to throw open the door in case of emergency.

No staircase landing, lobby, corridor or passage not being an internal passage between rows of seats, intended for use an exit shall be less than 1.50 metres wide and there shall be no recesses or projections in the walls of such passages, gangways corridors within 1.50 metres of the ground.

(1) All staircases shall be constructed entirely of bricks, stone, cement or concrete with fire-resisting roof and ceiling and shall have solid square (as distinguished from spandrill) steps and landings of approved stone or of such other fire-resisting material and construction as may be approved by the Licensing Authority with treads not less than 30 cm. wide and with risers of not more than 15 cm. high (each lapping at least 2.5 cm) over the back edge of the steps.

(2) There shall be at least two staircases of width not less than 1.5 metres to provide access to any gallery or upper floor in the buildings which is intended for use by the public.

(3) The treads and risers of steps on each flight shall be of uniform width and height. Provided that in case of eliptical and other curved forms of stairs, the tread on inner side shall not be less than 25 cm.

(4) No staircases shall have more than two flights of 12 steps without a turn and the width of the landing between such flights shall be at least the same as the width of the staircase.

(5) Stairs turning at an angle shall have a proper landing without windes being introduced at the turn.

(6) Every staircase forming an exit from an upper gallery, or tier of the auditorium shall be enclosed on both sides with walls of brick or of fire-resisting materials in the storeys through which it passes and no opening shall be made in the auditorium except the one required for exit from the gallery or tier which it serves, provided that staircase leading to the first or lower gallery or tier may be left open on one side in which case the open side shall be provided by stout handrails and balustrades.

(7) All staircases shall have on both sides strong handrails firmly secured to the wall by strong mental brackets about 7.5 cm. clear therefrom and about 90 cm. above the stairs but such handrails shall not run on level platforms and landings where the length of such platform or landing exceeds the width of the stairs.

(8) There shall be no recesses or projections in the walls of a staircase within 1.50 m of the floor and any fittings for lighting shall be at least 2.0 m above the steps of landing.

(9) The minimum head-room in a passage under the landing of a staircase shall be 2.2 metres. The minimum clear head-room in any staircase shall also be 2.2 m.

(10) No stairways shall discharge into the passage or corridor against or across the direction of exit.

(11) In cases where ramps are provided instead of staircase slope shall not be more than 1.10 m and the ramps shall be surfaced with non-slipping materials. The width of a ramp shall not be less than 1.5 metre. Further handrails shall be provided on both sides of the ramps.

(1) The area of window, door and ventilator or openings shall not be less than one-fifth of the total floor area and the windows and ventilators shall be of such dimensions in such number and in such situation as the Executive Engineer concerned shall specify.

(2) In the case of premises having electric connections or installations, mechanical appliances such as exhaust fans shall be used to expel air at the rate of 152.400 cubic metres or more, at least three times in an hour:

Provided that the Licensing Authority in consultation with the Executive Engineer and the Health Officer of the Delhi Municipal Corporation may relax the condition laid down in this regulation regarding the total door and window area in the case of the premises where exhaust fans have been provided. In case of theatres constructed after the coming into force of these regulations, cold air blows shall be provided in addition to exhaust fans,

(1) Every premises shall be provided with sufficient and separate water closet or privy accommodation as also urinal accommodation for the use of males and females.

(2) In the case of premises within the limits of a municipality, suitable urinals as approved by the Municipality at the rate of not less than 2 per cent, and latrines at the rate of not less than 1 per cent of the number of individuals to be accommodated in such premises shall be provided in suitable places. Separate accommodation shall be provided for males and females. They shall be so constructed as to cause no nuisance.

(3) Where the auditorium consists of more than one floor, latrines and urinals at the above scales shall be provided on each floor provided that a minimum of one latrine and one urinal shall be provided on each floor.

(4) In the case of premises constructed before the date of coming into force of these regulations, if the Licensing Authority is satisfied that urinals and latrines cannot be conveniently provided at the rates specified in Sub-regulations (2) or (3), such authority may provide for such scale of urinals and latrines as were prescribed immediately before the date :

Provided that in the case of premises constructed after the coming into force of these regulations, there shall be provided separate water closets and privy accommodation as also urinal accommodation for the use of actors and others who take part in dramatic performances.

All sky lights which may be liable to be broken shall be protected by stout galvanised iron wire guards securely fixed on the outside of such sky lights.

Lighting conductors shall be provided in each building to be used as a place of public amusement.

The roof over the stage shall be of firere-sisting material and shall be provided with lights at the back thereof equal to the base to one-sixth of the area of the stage. Such lights shall be glazed at the sides with sheet glass not more than one-twelfth of 2 cm. in thickness and shall be capable of being opened to an extent equal at least to the superficial area required at the base of the light. The mashes shall be bottom hang to open outwards shall be of a type that cannot be rendered inoperative by warping or settlement or by dirt, and shall" be capable of being opened by the cutting of a coal and/or by the fusing of a link. Such cord shall be brought down to the stage to a position near the safety curtain release and shall be suitably indicated.

The space above the stage shall be of sufficient height to allow of all scenes and of the fire-resisting screen being raised straight above the top of the prosecution opening without ruling.

All that portion of the stage not comprised in the working of the scenery, traps and other mechanical apparatus for the presentation of a scene, usually equal to the width of the froscenium opening shall be built of mild steel beams filled in between with fireproof material, and all girders for the support of the said beams shall be of mild steel encased in fire-proof portland cement concrete to a depth of not less than 3 cm.

At least two independent staircases with direct inflammable or shall be of hard wood.

All stage scenery, curtains and decorations made of combustible material and all wood work on or about the stage, shall be saturated with non-combustible preparation or otherwise rendered safe against fire to the satisfaction of the Licensing Authority for premises.

The entire fly gallery of the stage shall be constructed of fire-resisting material and the gird-iron shall be fire-proof except the floor covering the same, and adequate means of escape from files and the gird iron shall be provided to the satisfaction of the Licensing Authority.

(1) At least two independent staircases with direct exterior outlets shall be provided and shall be located on the opposite sides of the stage.

(2) Staircases leading to the dressing rooms shall be connected with? an independent exit leading directly into a thoroughfare or way.

The ceiling and the walls separating the dressing rooms from the stage and from each other together with the partitions of every passage way from the same to the stage and all other partitions on or about the stage be constructed of fire-proof materials approved by the Licensing Authority.

The doors in any of the said partitions shall be constructed of fire-resisting material of not less than 1/2 hour fitted with automatic bolts only and shelving and cup boards in each and every dressing room, property room, wardrobe or other store room, shall be similarly constructed.

No passage ways shall be used for storage purposes, and no dressing room shall be allowed under the stage.

No workshop, property room, wardrobe, store-room or painting room shall be allowed above or under the stage or in any of the fly galleries. All such rooms shall be located in the rear or side of the stage and in such cases they shall be separated from the stage and from each other by brick walls not less than 22 cm. thick and the opening in such walls shall be closed by fire-resisting doors. The ceiling of such room shall be formed of fire-resisting material.

The proscenium shall be separated from the auditorium by a brick wall not less than 32 cm. in thickness and such wall shall be carried to its full thickness upto a height of at least 1.5 metres above the room, such height being measured at right angles to the slope of the roof, and down below the stage to a solid foundation.

Not more than three openings or doorways shall be formed in such proscenium wall exclusive of the proscenium opening and all such openings or doorways shall be fitted with fire-proof doors as hereafter described but no such opening shall at the lowest part be at a higher level than 1 metre above the floor of the stage.

The moulded frame around the proscenium opening shall be formed entirely of fire-proof materials; if metal is used, the metal shall be filled in solid non-combustible material and securely anchored to the wall with iron.

The proscenium opening shall be provided with a fire-proof curtain or metal or asbestos, or of some efficient fire-proof material and shall be approved by the Licensing Authority. Such curtain shall be arranged so as to solid at either side within iron grooves securely fastened to the wall and extend into such grooves not less than 15 centimetres on each side. It shall be placed at least 1 metre distant from the foot lights at the nearest point.

In order to ensure that the arrangements as to the fire-proof curtain are in proper order, it shall be lowered during each performance at least once which shall take place during the first interval unless the Licensing Authority shall otherwise direct. The lowering and raising of the curtain shall be operated by a competent person or persons by means of approved machinery.

The words "Safety Curtain" in English and the equivalent expression in Hindi shall be conspicuously displayed on the fire-proof curtain in capital letters capable of being clearly read from all parts of the auditorium.

Whenever the safety curtain is lowered, all lights in the auditorium shall be immediately turned on. No chairs or scenery shall be placed in such a position as to cause obstruction to the curtain when being lowered.

All the decorations around the proscenium opening shall be constructed of fire-resisting material as specified by the Licensing Authority and in any case not less than 1/2 hour fire-resistance.

41-A. Any building or structure constructed shall be subject to building bye-laws of the Municipal Corporation of Delhi.

Sanction of the Electrical Inspector Delhi Administration to be obtained for all electrical works. Before the installation of electrical light or any electrical apparatus and before any alterations or additions of the electric installation are commenced, the sanction of the Electrical Inspector, Delhi Administration shall be obtained through the Licensing Authority and for this purpose plans showing the approximate position of lights, fans etc. and specification giving full particulars of the proposed work shall be forwarded to the Electrical Inspector, Delhi Administration to whom complete drawing shall also be sent on completion of the work. After completion, the work shall be got approved by the Electrical Inspector or an Assistant Electrical Inspector.

The provisions prescribed in Chapter V shall be in addition to the provisions prescribed under the Indian Electricity Act, 1910 and the Indian Electricity Rules, 1956.

In these Regulations, the term "High Pressure" shall apply to all voltages above 650 volts.

Where an electric light, fan or other apparatus is installed in any premises, it shall be on condition that the Electrical Inspector or his Assistant shall certify in writing to the Licensing Authority once in every twelve months that the system is in proper working order. Inspection and tests may also be made by any officer appointed by the Electrical Inspector from time to time.

All premises when lighted by electric light shall have preferably three separate and distinct main circuits and these circuits shall be (A) for the stage ;(B) 'B' circuit is missing. What is that? Is it for fans, power and cooling purposes ?(C) for the auditorium, corridors, exits and other parts of the house open to the public. The circuits (B) and (C) shall be so arranged that the lights in the auditorium, corridors, exits etc., shall be, as far as possible, equally distributed on the two circuits. The two circuits (B) and (C) shall not be combined in one fitting nor shall the wires or leads for one circuit be placed in the same casing or tube as those of the other circuit.

(1) The main circuits A, B and C shall be sub-divided as may be necessary and no sub-circuits shall be allowed to carry more than 5 amps, in the case of auditorium corridors, etc., or 20 amps on 230 volts in the case of the stage. Each sub-circuit shall start from a distributing board.

(2) The main leads, etc. for Circuit 'A' shall, where possible, be kept entirely on the stage side of the prescenium wall and those for "B" and "C" entirely on the auditorium side of that wall.

(3) The lights inside and outside the premises shall be on separate circuits. Circuits for fans, power and coiling purpose shall be kept distinct and separate from lighting circuits.

If it is desired to control a portion of the lights in the Auditorium from the slage switch board [Circuit (A)], this will be permitted if a sufficient number of lights for safety purposes be maintained on circuits B and C for each portion of the Auditorium entirely independent of the stage. The number and position of such lights shall be subject to the approval of the Electrical Inspector.

Where supply is available on 3 phase A.C. system, the circuits A; B and C shall be supplied three different phases, but where the supply is given on D.C. 3 wire system, the circuits B and C shall be supplied from two different sides and all lights fans and other electrical apparatus on the stage shall be connected to one side only in common with either B or C.

(a) The supply from the three main circuits may be taken from independent sources of supply, but in such cases special precaution must be taken to prevent accidental connection of different circuits.

(b) Change-over switches may be used which have been previously approved by the Electrical Inspector.

At least six electric torches of approved pattern shall be kept on the premises in proper working order throughout the year and these shall be distributed over the building so as to be accessible to door keepers, and other staff employed.

No unlicensed premises or parts of premises not included in the license shall be supplied with electric current from the mains or apparatus used for the licensed premises.

Dressing rooms and other parts of the premises used by the Staff shall be lighted to the satisfaction of the Electrical Inspector or his Assistant.

Gas and 'water pipes shall never form part of any electrical current.

(1) All conductors used within the building shall be of tinned copper having a conductivity equal to not less than 90 per cent of that of pure copper, and shall be so proportioned that the current density in any conductor shall not exceed 1,000 amps, per square 2.5 centimetres.

(2) Where a number of lights, as in the foot-lights, battens etc., are supplied under control of the switch and protected by a single or double pole cut-out, as the case may be, the conductors shall be maintained throughout all such sections that will be effectually protected by the cut-outs against heating.

(1) All conductors shall be properly insulated and the insulation resistance shall not be less than 600 Meghems per Statute Mile at 60 degree F., after one minute's electrification when tested at 400 volts and after 48 hours immersion in water.

(2) If it is desired to use any other conductor or insulation than as specified in these regulations, special permission shall be obtained from the Electrical Inspector, Delhi Administration and no material shall be used which is not water-proof or which is not protected by water-proof covering or which will soften at a temperature below 170 F.

No metal work in connection with the circuits shall be exposed or so fixed or constructed as to be liable to cause a short circuit. In all cases, conductors conveying currents at high pressure inside buildings shall be specially insulated. They shall be enclosed in screw jointed and earthen iron or steel tubing. Armoured cable may be used for the Delhi Electric Supply Undertaking's service.

Joints in conductors shall be avoided as far as possible but when unavoidable, they shall be electrically and mechanically perfect. Soldering fluids shall not be used in making such joints and no joints shall be made in metal conduit.

(1) All conductors including lead covered cables where accessible to the public shall be efficiently protected from mechanical injury by an external armour of iron or steel.

(2) Where conductors pass through or within walls, fire-proof floors or ceilings, they shall be protected by iron pipes or by glazed stoneware or porcelain tubes and precaution shall be taken to prevent the possibility of fire or water passing along the course of the conductors.

(3) Conductors must not be placed where liable to be heated by jets, steam pipes or other appliances.

(4) In special cases, or where necessary for protection from the depredation of rats, mice or other vermin, the wiring shall be enclosed in heavy gauge steel conduit.

No petrol driven engine shall be allowed for generated electric current unless it is fixed in a fire-proof compartment at least 3 metres away from any other building.

If casing be used, it shall be of hard teakwood. Each conductor shall be laid in a separate groove, unless previous permission is obtained from the Electrical Inspector, Delhi Administration to vary this condition. In no circumstances shall wires of unlike polarity be laid in the same goove, nor wires of the same polarity belonging to the different circuits, A, B, or C. The cover shall be secured with screws. Casing shall not be used where it is liable to injury from weather or leakage of water, nor shall it be released into plaster.

Where iron pipe or tube is used as a mechanical protection, it shall be bushed where necessary and properly bushed inspection box shall be used. All metallic tubing shall be efficiently earthed and shall be provided with screw joints or other means of ensuring a good and permanent electrical connection which must be continuous with boxes and other fittings.

Special care shall be taken that all works in connection with the lighting of the stage are carried out in as substantial manner as possible preferably in heavy gauge screwed metal conduct.

(1) A switchboard fitted with the necessary switches, cut-outs and other fittings for the control and regulation of the stage lighting shall be fixed in some convenient position overlooking the stage.

(2) Connections shall be made where possible at the back of the board and there shall be space of not less than 1 metre between the wall the back of the board of such larger space as may be necessary to ensure the thimbles and connections being at all times easily accessible, or as an alternative, in the case of wires not larger than 7/8 S.W.G., provision may be made by hinging the board for rendering the back of the board accessible.

Lamps on battens, footlights, etc. shall be properly protected from everything liable to cause a short circuit and shall be protected by stuff guards so arranged that no scenery or other inflammable material can come in contact with the lamps.

The plug sockets for the stage shall be of bakelite or similar fire-proof material and of specially substantial construction.

The leads to battens and movable length shall be specially guarded particularly at the points where they join on the battens, etc., and a sufficient length shall be allowed to prevent the leads receiving any injury through any movement of the battens. This part of the leads shall be protected by stout canvas hose properly fixed on the battens shall be suspended by at least three ropes.

(1) In any premises arc lamps shall not be used in the auditorium or in any part open to the public without permission from the Electrical Inspector. When they are used in any part of such premises special precautions shall be taken to guard against danger from falling glass and incandescent particles of carbon. All parts of the lamps, lanterns and fittings which is liable to be handled (except by the persons employed to handle them) shall be insulated from the framework.

(2) Any exposed portion of metal work of an arc lamp liable to become heated at a temperature sufficient to cause a conflagration by contact with scenery or other inflammable material shall be protected by a wire guard. In no case shall arc lamps be suspended by the conductors.

(1) All circuits shall be efficiently protected by cut-out placed in position easily accessible to the staff, but inaccessible to the public. All cut-outs shall be of such pattern and be fixed in such a position as to admit of quick replacement.

(2) All cut-outs shall be so constructed that falling fused metal cannot cause a short circuit or an ignition.

(3) All switches and cut-outs shall be marked as to show clearly which circuit or lamp they control.

(4) All switches, cut-outs, ceiling roses, wall sockets, lamp-holders, etc., shall have non-inflammable bases and covers. All switches and cut-outs shall have sufficient length and breadth and shall be constructed so as to prevent the risk of formation of an arc.

(5) All switches shall be of ample size to carry the current for which they are intended without heating and shall be so constructed that they shall not remain in any position intermediate between the "on" and the "off position so as to permit of an arc of short circuit.

(1) All fittings shall be suspended in an approved manner and special care taken to avoid risk of the suspension falling from any cause.

(2) Combined gas and electric fittings shall not be used.

(3) Any electric light pendants or brackets in the Auditorium and front of the house generally shall be at least 2.5 metres above the floor to the lowest projecting part of the fittings. No electrical fittings or apparatus of any description shall be so fixed or arranged as to interfere at any time with the proper working of the safety curtain.

(1) All switch and fuse boards which are not fitted with front connection shall be mounted as to give instant and easy access to the connections at the back of the board and shall be provided with dividing strips between poles both at the back and in front and proper lock-up cases with glass or metal fronts. The glass (unless of adequate thickness) shall be protected with a wire guard or alternatively boxes with lids and sides rendered fire-proof by asbestos sheetings may be used.

(2) Switch and fuse boards shall be fixed in accessible places where they will not obstruct any passage or exit.

Where the supply of current is derived from special plant on the premises, such plant must in all cases be approved by the Electrical Inspector.

(1) Boilers, steam engines, gas engines and dynamos when used for the supply of electricity to such premises shall be placed in such position as shall be sanctioned by the Electrical Inspector. All necessary provisions shall be made for keeping the temperature of the engine rooms within proper limits.

(2) Oil or gas engines shall be placed in building adequately and continuously ventilated so that no explosive mixture of gas can accumulate.

Accumulators shall be placed in rooms adequately ventilated to the outside air. These rooms shall be of fire-proof construction with fire-resisting doors and shall be used for no other purpose.

(1) Transforming and converting machinery with the controlling switches and cut-outs shall be placed in a fire-proof and water-proof structure adequately ventilated to the outside air, properly lighted and accessible to the management and shall be used for no other purpose.

(2) No transformer which under normal conditions of lead heats to above 40 F shall be used and the transformer circuits shall be so arranged that in no circumstances may contact between the primary and secondary coils be established.

Where the primary current is of high voltage, no part of such apparatus or the control therefor, shall be accessible to any body except the person in-charge of its maintenance.

The metallic covers of potential transformers, switches and other electrical apparatus shall be efficiently connected to earth.

The insulation resistance of a system of distribution shall be such that the greatest leakage from any conductor to earth, when all branches are switched on, shall not exceed l/5000th part of the total current required, the test being at approximately double the usual working pressure, provided that this rule shall not be held to justify a lower insulation resistance than 10,000 ohms.

All motors and electrical apparatus shall, if permitted, be subject to special conditions, but electric fans and similar motors not taking more than 300 watts may be used if separately wired, from fuses on a proper distribution board.

A framed diagram indicating clearly the arrangement of all circuits and sub-circuits of the electrical installation, the position of distribution boards and size of cables, shall be displayed in the premises and shall be kept up to date.

(1) In all cases in which it is desired to instal temporary lighting, seven days notice shall be given to the Electrical Inspector in writing before it is desired to commence the work

(2) Wires and cables shall be adequately and firmly fixed and shall be similar to the wires already specified in these regulations and in all cases where the wires are within reach of the public, they shall be efficiently protected from mechanical injury by an armour of iron or steel

(3) All joints shall be soldered and taped if used for more than one week and in used for less than a week, the wire shall be soldered if larger than 7 20 S.W.G. or its equivalent. In either case, joints in portable fittings and special appliances shall be taped

(4) All temporary work shall be immediately removed when no longer required for the purpose for which it was installed. In case of temporary work on the stage, all connections to the permanent installation shall be removed immediately after the; performance in which they are used, unless permission be obtained to the contrary. Such special conditions as may be requisite in each case will be attached to the consent of the Electrical Inspector to the use of temporary electric work.

The electrical installation in premises shall be carried out to the satisfaction of the Electrical Inspector who may, in writing, recommend to the Licensing Authority that any of the provisions of these regulations may be released to such extent and subject to such conditions as he may consider expedient.

Instructions both in English and in Hindi for the restoration of persons suffering from electric shock shall be affixed in a conspicuous place and at least one pair of Indian rubber gloves in good order shall be provided for use of the electricians.

All main switches, fuses, etc., which are the property of the Delhi Electric Supply Undertaking must be distinguished by red colour and every apparatus which is to be operated by authorised persons only must be made completely inaccessible to the public.

The electrical plant shall be in the hands of qualified persons who shall be nominated in writing for this purpose by the licensee of premises and such nomination shall be subject to the approval of the Electrical Inspector. The electrical installation shall be in charge of ap roperly qualified person (holding certificate of competency class) II (wire man) and his name and qualifications shall be notified to the Electrical Inspector for approval.

The Electrical Inspector or any officer appointed to assist him shall be free at all times to make any inspection he may desire of the fittings of any electric installation on such premises and any licence granted for any purpose connected with such premises shall be liable to instant suspension or revocation by the Licensing Authority, if in its opinion or in the opinion of the Electrical Inspector the installation is in any way dangerous condition.

The provisions prescribed under the Delhi Electric Installation (Inspection and Testing) Fee Order, 1960, framed under Rule 7(2) of the Indian Electricity Rules, 1956 shall be applicable for the payment of fee for the services of the Electrical Inspector.

An underground water storage tank of capacity not less than 50,000 ltrs. shall be provided for the purpose of fire fighting with an arrangement of replenishment by towns mains or alternative source of water supply. The location of the tank shall be such that it should be easily accessible to the fire engine of the Delhi Fire Service. At least two main-holes shall be provided on the tank for the purposes of inspection, repairs and insertion of suction hose of the fire engine. In addition, an overhead water storage tank shall be provided at suitable place which shall always be kept full. The capacity of the water tank shall be calculated @ 1000 ltrs. of water for every 100 persons of public to be accommodted in the premises but not less than 5000 ltrs. for any such building.

Suitable numbers of first aid hose reels conforming to IS : 884 but not less than two at places desired by the Fire Service. The installation should be provided on at least 100mm. dia. GI pipeline and shall be approved by the Chief Fire Officer, Delhi Fire Service.

Fire buckets conforming to IS : 726 should be provided in such number as the Licensing Authority/Chief Fire Officer may direct and shall be kept at all times full of sand/water.

Water, CO2/Soda Acid type fire extinguishers of 9 ltrs. Capacity as per IS : 940 shall be provided at the rate of one fire extinguisher for every 100 persons or part thereof or such number as specified by the Chief Fire Officer/Licensing Authority. Soda Acid fire extinguisher shall be on the stage/green rooms or other rooms in such number as the Licensing Authority may from time to time direct (but no less than two in number) and shall be placed 1 metre above the ground without obstructing the means of escape. CO2fire extinguisher ranging from 2 kg. to 5 kg. capacity conforming to IS : 2878 shall be provided in such number near the stage and other places to deal with electric fires as specified by the Chief Fire Officer/Licensing Authority and shall be placed 1.2 mtrs. above the ground without obstructing the means of escape. Directions for using them shall in all cases be prominently painted on the extinguishers. All fire equipments shall be so deposed as to be readily available for use in case of fire.

All curtains covering doors and passages shall be hung so as not to trail on the floor.

Suitable fire alarm system shall be installed to sound warning in case of fire to inform staff for fire fighting action and to alert visitors of the emergency to facilitate orderly evacuation.

The instruction to be followed in case of fire shall always be posted in some conspicuous places so that all people visiting the premises shall be acquainted with their contents. A report of any fire or alarm of fire, however slight, shall be sent to the Chief Fire Officer, Delhi Fire Service.

In every premises, the employees shall be trained in the use of fire appliances and shall for such purpose be drilled at least once in every fortnight. During the performance of stage shows or other activities in the premises, all fire extinguishers, appliances shall be in the charge of some person or persons specially designated for this purpose who shall readily be available to operate them in the case of fire.

The Chief Fire Officer or any fire officer authorised by him shall be free at all times to make an entry into the premises to make any inspection he may desire of the means of escape arrangements and fire protection provisions on such premises and any license granted for any purpose connected with such premises shall be liable to suspension or revocation by the Licensing Authority, if in its opinion or in the opinion of the Chief Fire Officer, the safety arrangements are in any way in dangerous condition.

Fire precautionary Measures in construction of temporary structures and Pandals

(1) GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

(a) The materials, design, construction, fabrication of structures or devices within the scope of this standard shall meet the requirements of resistance to fire of a minimum of 10 minutes or total evacuation time whichever is more.

(b) Each temporary structure shall be licensed for a specified period only and the licence granted if the provisions of this standard are complied with.

(c) The choice of materials for such construction shall be preferably of non- combustible nature. Wherever materials of combustible nature are used, these shall be treated suitably with a fire retardant solution as mentioned below : Ammonium sulphate 4 parts by mass Ammonium carbonate 2 parts by mass Borax 1 part by mass Boric acid 1 part by mass Alum 2 parts by mass Water 35 parts by mass.

(d) The main structure shall be erected with at least 100 mm diameter wooden post (preferably of sal, casurina of bamboo) and the remainder of the structure may be of lighter poles trusses tied properly with steel wire. The poles and trusses shall be nailed wherever required. All supporting members shall be of sufficient size and strength to support the structure.

(e) The height of the ceiling of the structure of pandal from the ground shall not, in any case, be less than 3 m.

(f) No decorative paper/synthetic material shall be used in or close to that part of the structure which is open to the public.

(g) All fabrics, decorative clothings and coir ropes used in the construction and decoration of the structure shall before use, be dipped in a fire retardant solution as specified in (c).

(h) In case of tents, used as temporary structures, these shall be adequately guyed and braced to withstand a wind pressure of 0.98 KN/m2 (0.01 kgf/cm2) of the projected area of the tent.

(2) LOCATION

(a) There shall be clear space of 3 metres on all sides between the structure and the adjacent buildings or other structure.

(b) No temporary structure shall be erected beneath any live electrical line.

(c) No temporary structure shall be erected near furnace, railway line, electrical substation, chimney or like hazard unless a safety distance of 15 metres is maintained.

(3) CAPACITY

(a) The capacity of any temporary structure of pandal or enclosure for outdoor assembly shall be the number of fixed seats plus an allowance of one person for each 0.50 m2 of floor area designated or used as standing space or for movable seats. A distance of 450 mm along any undivided bench of platform shall constitute one seat in computing capacity. The floor area of ramps, aisles, passage way or spaces within such structure or enclosures used for access or circulation shall not be considered in computing the capacity of a place of outdoor assembly and shall not be used for seats or for standing.

(b) The number of persons admitted to any place of outdoor assembly shall not exceed the capacity as computed in accordance with the provisions of 3(a).

(4) ENCLOSURE AND EXITS

(a) All sides of the temporary structure shall be left open. If this be not possible for commercial reason as for example in a place where admission is by sale of tickets, the lower portions of the side walls shall not be preferably fixed.

(b) Where provisions laid down in 4(a) cannot be adhered to ample and unrestricted exits shall be provided, depending on the capacity of the assembly as given in 4(c) to 4 (j).

(c) A minimum of two exits separately located and remoted from each other, shall be provided for any type of temporary structure.

(d) The clear width of exits shall be determined on the basis of not less than one unit of 50 centimetres for each 50 persons to be accommodated. The width of each exit shall not be less than 1.5 metres.

(e) The line of travel from any seat to the nearest exit on the seating area shall not be greater than 15 metres.

(f) All exit points shall be clearly indicated with sign 'EXIT' (including in local language) over each door way or opening in plain legible letters not less than 50 centimetres high and with principal strokes of such letters not less than 1.28 centimetres in width enabling everybody in the auditorium to visualize the exit points easily.

(g) Exit light should be adequately illuminated with reliable light source when the structure is occupied by the public. Suitable direction signs shall be displayed in a conspicuous location to indicate the proper direction of degrees. Doors wherever fitted to exits shall open outwards.

(h) Cross gangway shall be provided affording passage after every 10 row of seats, the width of such passage being not less than 1.5 metres.

(i) Longitudinal gangways shall be formed at the sides and central portion. The width of the side longitudinal gangway shall not be less than 1.5 metre. Each row (between side and longitudinal gangway) shall comprise not more than 12 seats.

(j) The seating arrangement shall be such that the clearance between rearmost point of the immediate front seat and the foremost point of the next rear seat in two successive rows is not less than 55 centimetres. Where self-folding seats are used, a concession up to a maximum of 30 centimetres may be permitted.

(5). ELECTRICAL ARRANGEMENTS

(a) The temporary lighting of the structure shall be installed by a competent licensed electrical engineer. The load per circuit, insulation test and the installation shall conform to IS : 1646-1961 Code of Practice for Fire Safety of Building (general), Electrical Installations.

(b) All electrical wirings in the structure shall be in PVC sheathed conductors or vulcanized rubber cables of tough rubber and all joints shall be made with porcelain insulated connectors. Twisted and tapped joints shall not be permitted.

(c) No part of the electrical circuit in the structure or pandal shall be within 15 centimetres of any decorative material.

(d) In case incandescent gas portable lights instead of electricity are used in the structure or pandal, such lights shall not be hung from the ceilings of the main structure or pandal but shall be placed on separate stands securely fixed.

(6) FIRE PROTECTIVE MEASURES

(a) The ground enclosed by any temporary structure, pandal, tent or shamiana and a distance of not less than 3 metres, outside of such structure shall be cleared of all combustible materials or vegetation and any material obstruction in the movement.

(b) No easily combustible materials like shavings, straw, flammable and explosive chemicals and similar materials shall be permitted to be stored inside any temporary structure.

(c) No fire works or open flame of any kind shall be permitted in any temporary structure or in the immediate vicinity.

(d) No motion pictures shall be displayed in any temporary structure unless safety film is used.

(e) Open fires other than for religious purposes shall be prohibited inside or near the pandals or other temporary structures.

(7) FIRE FIGHTING ARRANGEMENTS

(a) Supply of water shall not be less than 0.75 1/m2 of floor area for each pandal or other temporary structure. The water shall be stored in buckets or in any receptacle and kept in readiness, one half within and the other half outside in the immediate vicinity of the pandal or temporary structure. The buckets or the other receptacles shall at all times be readily available for use for fire-fighting purposes only.

(b) Provided that where the floor area of any pandal or other temporary structure is less than 100 m2 the above condition may be waived by the Licensing Authority at his discretion.

(c) A minimum number of fire buckets at a rate of two buckets per 50 m2 of floor space and one soda acid extinguisher per 100 m2 of flow space shall be provided in all temporary structures. For protection of electric installation carbon dioxide extinguisher of 2 kg. or dry powder extinguisher of 5 kg. for each switch gear/main/stage shall be provided. The location of these equipments shall be such that these are easily accessible in the event of a fire The number of fire buckets and other fire extinguishing media may be provide as stipulated by the Local Licensing Authority.

(d) Advance intimation shall be given to Fire Service of the proposed construction of any temporary structure or pandal for public functions, its location, size and type of the temporary structure, number of people expected to be accommodated, arrangement of exits, etc.

(e) The Licensing Authority may recommend the provision of stand by fire service at any temporary structure if such measure is deemed necessary. In such cases, adequate water supply for the fire fighting service shall be ensured.

(f) A responsible person shall always be made available at the site of the temporary structure to inform the Fire service in cases of emergency. The emergency fire service telephone number shall be displayed prominently.

(8) MAINTENANCE

(a) All temporary structures shall be maintained in a safe and sanitary condition. All devices or safeguards which are required by this standard shall be maintained in good working order.

(b) All temporary structure shall be periodically inspected and any deterioration of defect observed shall be brought to the notice of the Authority for remedy.

No person shall put up any building or structure on any site or convert any existing structure for being used as a permanent premises except with previous permission in writing of the Licensing Authority.

Any person desiring to put up a building or structure to be used as permanent premises shall make an application, in writing to the Licensing Authority. Each such application shall be accompanied by a true copy of the 'No Objection' certificate issued by the Licensing Authority in respect of the site where the premises are proposed to be put up.

The application shall be accompanied by complete plans, elevations and sections of the proposed premises and of all erections or buildings in connection therewith drawn correctly to scale of 3.175 mm. to 30.50 mm. and by a block plan on a separate sheet showing the position of the proposed premises in relation to any adjacent premises and to the public thoroughfare upon which the site of such proposed premises abuts, drawn to a scale of not less than 0.635 mm. to 30.5 cm. The cardinal points shall be marked on such plans. All drawings shall be; coloured to distinguish the material to be employed in the construction of buildings and erections. The width of all staircases and the number of steps in each, the width of corridors, gangways and doorways together with heights of any galleries or tiers in the proposed premises and in any of the erections or buildings in connection therewith as are more than one tier in height shall be indicated on such drawings, as well as the floor and road ventilation and the details of any electric installation. The thickness of the walls, the trial pit section for the foundations, the width and depth of all sections of foundations, masonry and scentlings of various materials used shall be clearly shown on such drawings by figure dimensions. Structural calculations shall also be submitted with the application. The plans shall show the respective members of audience or spectators intended to be accommodated in the various parts of the proposed premises and the space to be assigned to each individual thereof and shall be accompanied by a specification of the works to be executed sufficiently describing the material to be employed and the mode of construction to be adopted. All openings for ventilation shall be shown in the plans and described in the specification. The plans shall be prepared by an authorised architect or qualified engineer and shall bear a certificate under its signature to the effect that the designs are sound and stable.

On receipt of the application and the plans, the Licensing Authority shall forward the same to the Executive Engineer concerned for approval and the applicant shall be bound to carry out such reasonable additions and alterations in the plans as may be directed by the Executive Engineer, before the plans are finally approved by him.

After the plans are finally approved by the Executive Engineer, the Licensing Authority may grant permission in writing, to the applicant to put up the premises in accordance with the plans finally approved provided the permission granted under these Regulations will not dispense with the necessity of obtaining the requisite sanction under the Municipal cases or any other law for the time being in force.

The applicant shall complete the construction of the premises within a period of two years from the date of the permission or within such extended period as may be allowed by the Licensing Authority.

No modifications in the plans shall be made in the course of constructions unless such modifications are approved by the Licensing Authority in consultation with the Executive Engineer.

No addition or alteration shall be made to a premises except with the written permission of the Licensing Authority.

A notice in writing of any intended Structural addition to, alteration of any premises shall be given to the Licensing Authority accompanied by complete plans elevation and sections block plans and specification of new works proposed to be executed in the manner laid down by regulation 97 and the notice shall describe clearly such intended additions or alterations.

The Executive Engineer or any Officer authorised by him may at any time inspect a premises which is under construction with a view to satisfying himself that the construction is according to, the approved plans and specifications. If any deviations are found, the Executive Engineer shall report the same to the Licensing Authority and also inform the owner.

The Licensing Authority may refuse to grant a Licence to operate a premises, the building of which has not been constructed according to approved plans and specifications.

The provisions of this Chapter shall not apply to temporary premises.

Subject to the provisions of regulation 115, no premises Shall be opened or allowed to remain open for use as a place of public amusemnet unless the person being the owner, tenant or occupier thereof shall have obtained a premises licence therefor.

The application for a premises licence shall be made to the Licensing Authority and shall contain a statement as to the nature and extent of the interest of the applicant in premises and shall also indicate the name or names of manager or managers nominated by the applicant, as required by Regulation 219 and also the names and addresses of the qualified electricians in charge of the electric installation, if any. The application shall be accompanied by the following documents :

(1) A true copy of 'No Objection' certificate granted under Regulation 5.

(2) A true copy of building permission under Regulation 99.

(3) A certificate from an authorised architect or a qualified engineer and countersigned by the Executive Engineer concerned to the effect that the construction of the premises is sound and in accordance with the requirements laid down in Chapter III and IV and that all directions given or conditions specified by the Executive Engineer concerned have been complied with and that precautions against Fire have been taken as laid down in Chapter VI. The certificate shall also specify the number of seats and accommodation available.

(4) A certificate from Electrical Inspector, Delhi Administration to the effect that the electrical installation, if any, in the premises is in order and has been inspected and passed by him and conforms to the requirements of Rules under the Electricity Act and to the regulations specified in Chapter V and that all directions given or conditions specified by the Electrical Inspector concerned have been complied with and that the electrical plant is in charge of qualified hands as required by Regulation 84.

(5) A certificate from the Municipal Health Officer to the effect that there is no objection from the health point of view for the grant of Licence and that the applicant complied with all directions given in that respect.

(6) A certificate from the authority concerned where public telephones exist, that a telephone in working order has been duly installed in the premises. The applicant shall also state in the application whether he had applied to the Licensing Authority for the grant of the same licence previously.

The Licensing Authority on receipt of documents and certificates referred to in Regulation 108 may grant a premises licence to the applicant on such terms and conditions and subject to such restrictions as the Licensing Authority may determine. The premises licence shall be in form 'D' subject to such additions and alterations as may be deemed necessary by the Licensing Authority.

The Licensing Authority may refuse a premises licence if the premises appear to it likely to cause obstruction, inconvenience, annoyance, risk, danger or damage to residents or passers-by in the vicinity of the premises.

If the Licensee dies or becomes mentally incapable or is otherwise disabled, the person, his heirs or legal representative shall not be liable to any penalty for carrying on the business, provided an application for the renewal of the licence in his favour is sent to the Licensing Authority within a period of thirty days from the date of the licensee's inability to carry on the business, which may be extended by another thirty days by the Licensing Authority for good and sufficient reasons. When such application is made accordingly, the licence shall be deemed to have been extended until the application is granted or refused, as the case may be.

A licence for premises of a permanent nature may be granted or renewed for any period not extending beyond the 31st day of December of the year for which it is issued and a licence for a premises of a temporary nature may be granted or renewed for any period not exceeding three months at a time.

The Licensing Authority may on application being made to it in that behalf within one year from the date of expiry of the licence, renew the Premises Licence for the requisite period subject to Regulation 108 above, provided that the applicant proves to the satisfaction of the Licensing Authority that the premises in question had been kept open for any performances after the expiry of the licence. An application for the renewal of a Premises Licence shall be made in the manner laid down in Regulation 108, but it shall not be necessary to attach to the application for renewal the true copy of the Building Permission unless specially required by the Licensing Authority.

Provided that in the case of premises duly licensed before the coming into force of these Regulations, a certificate of the nature referred to in Sub-rule (3) of Regulation 108 from the Executive Engineer in lieu of such certificate from an authorised architect or a qualified engineer may be attached.

An application for the renewal of Premises Licence made more than one year after the date of the expiry, of the previous licence shall be treated as an application for a new licence Regulation shall apply mutatis mutandis to this application as if it were an application for a new licence. Notwithstanding anything contained in these Regulations, no Premises licence shall be necessary in the case of performances specified below:

(1) Any performance staged, performed, exhibited, made or displayed by the students or members of any educational institution, for the benefit of its students or members ;

(2) Any performance staged, performed, exhibited, made or displayed in a temporary open air structure at a place where the permanent population does not exceed ten thousand persons and for a period of not exceeding fourteen days at the same place

(3) Any performance staged, performed, exhibited, made or displayed by members of an Amateures' Club, musical society, a village, Defence party, or guards for the benefit of the public.

(4) Any performances of Giant Wheel Merry-go-round, Well of Death, Sea Plane, Aeroplane, Moving cradles and similar other contrivances.

No person shall hold a musical, dancing , dramatic, mimetic theatrical or other performances for public amusement or any public exhibition or diversion or game, by whatever name called unless, and until he has obtained a performance licence from the Licensing. Authority to hold such performance.

(1) The application for a performance licence shall be made to the Licensing Authority for performance and shall be accompanied by:

(a) in that case of performances which have written scripts a true copy of the certificate of suitability of the script from the Board ;

(b) in the case of performance which have no written scripts, synopsis of each of the various items of the performance intended to be performed, staged, produced or exhibited together with a true copy of the certificate of suitability of the synopsis of these items from the Board.

(c) in the case of "Merry-Go-Round", a fitness certificate from the Municipal Mechanical Engineer concerned.

(d) a true copy of the premises licence granted by the competent Licensing Authority in respect of the premises in which the performance is intended to be held and in respect of which a premises licence is required under these regulations.

(2) The application for a performance licence shall contain the following particulars:

(a) the name, age and full address of the applicant,

(b) the name and location of the place where the performance is intended to be held,

(c) whether admission to the performance is (i) on payment of money (ii) with the intention that money may be collected from those admitted (iii) free of charge. If the admission is on payment of money or with the intention that money may be collected from those admitted, the application shall be accompanied by an application for the grant of a "Sale of Tickets Licence" under Regulation 200.

(d) the number and date of the certificate of suitability issued by the Board.

(3) The application shall be sent to the Licensing Authority at least one week before the date of performance.

(4) When a musical, dancing, dramatic, mimetic, theatrical or other performance for public amusement or any public exhibition, diversion or game by whatever name called, is intended to be staged, performed, produced or exhibited by a body of individuals, the application for a performance licence shall be made on behalf of such body by some person acting as manager of such body and such manager shall be responsible for any breach or violation of these regulations committed at the place of performance by any member of such body as if the breach or violation was committed by him. The applicant shall also state in the application whether he had applied to the Licensing Authority for the grant of the same licence previously.

(1) The Licensing Authority on being satisfied that all the necessary regulation have been complied with, may grant a 'Performance Licence' to the applicant on such terms and conditions and subject to such restrictions as the Licensing Authority may determine.

(2) The performance licence shall be in form 'E' and shall state the title of each item of the performance and the general description of such item, as for instance, Drama, Song, Dance, etc., which the performance licence is intended to cover, and no item not so specified by the Licensing Authority in the performance licence shall be produced, staged, exhibited, displayed or performed.

(3) A performance licence may in the discretion of the Licensing Authority, be granted either for a performance at a single place of amusement or for all or any places Situated within the jurisdiction of the Licensing Authority.

Subject to such orders as may be made by the Commissioner of Police in this behalf, fixing the hours during which no music shall be played at such places of public amusement, no person holding a performance licence under these regulations shall play or allow any music to be played in connection with the performance near or outside a place of public amusement between the hours of 10 p.m. and 5 a.m. or between such hours as may by special order, in particular case, be fixed by the Licencing Authority.

Explanation. For the purpose of this regulation, music includes the playing of gramophones, phonographs, radio-amplifiers, radio-gramophones, bands, tom-tom, drums, cymbals and other similar instruments.

The Licensing Authority may refuse a licence to perform or exhibit any or all of the plays, or exhibition or any other items or performance included in the application for licence if he considers them :

(a) to be indecent or of a scurrilous character ;

(b) to contain offensive reference to personalities ;

(c) to wound the susceptibilities of any nation or community/followers of any religion;

(d) to be seditious or to be likely to excite political discontent ;

(e) to promote hostile feelings between different classes ;

(f) to be calculated to cause a breach of peace ;

(g) to be objectionable on any ground other than specified in (a), (b), (c), (d), (e) and (f).

The Licensing Authority shall not be bound to state the reasons for refusing any performance licence except in the case of ground (g), when he shall give such reasons, in writing.

A performance licence may be granted for any period not extending beyond the 31st day of December in the year for which it is issued.

No person holding a performance licence under these regulations shall, in the beginning, during any interval or at the end of any performance, or during the course of any performance, exhibition, production, display or staging, permit or himself commit on the stage of any part of the auditorium :

(a) any profanity or impropriety of language ;

(b) any indecency of dress, dance, movement or gesture ;

(c) any offensive personation or representation of any individuals ;

(d) anything calculated or likely to excite feeling of sedition or political discontent

(e) anything calculated or likely to cause riot or breach of peace, or to promote or excite hostile feelings between different classes, or to wound the religious feelings of any individual or class of individuals ;

(f) any dangerous exhibition display of a performance or game, with wild beasts, except in so far as it is an item of performance in a Circus which shall be governed by regulations in Chapter XI of these regulations;

(g) any performance or game involving risk, damage to the audience or public;

(h) any speech, ceremony or any other item not covered expressly by the terms of the performance and by the script of the performance for which the performance licence has been granted.

No person shall in the beginning, during any interval or at the end of any performance or during the course of any performance, exhibition, production, display or staging make, perform, exhibit, produce, display or stage either on the stage or in any part of the auditorium itself :

(a) any profanity or impropriety of language ;

(b) any indecency of dress, dance, movement of gesture ;

(c) any offensive personation or representation of any individuals ;

(d) anything calculated or likely to excite feelings of sedition or political discontent ;

(e) anything calculated or likely to cause riot or breach of peace, or to promote or excite hostile feelings between different classes, or to wound the religious feelings of any individual or class of individuals.

(f) any dangerous exhibition or display of a performance or game, with wild beasts, except in so far as an item of performance in a Circus, which shall be governed by regulations in Chapter XI of these regulations.

(g) any performance or game involving risk, damage, or danger to the audience or public;

(h) any speech, ceremony or any other item not covered expressly by the terms of the Performance Licence and by the script of the performance for which the Performance Licence has been granted.

If the holder of a performance licence intimates to the Licensing Authority for a performance, in writing, his intention to transfer the performance to another premises, the Licensing Authority may, in its discretion, endorse the name of the new premises on the Performance Licence after cancelling the name of the premises then on the licence.

The holder of a Performance licence shall, during the presentation or performance be responsible for the carrying out of all these Regulations, and for the good management of such premises generally and for the safety of the public and of all people employed in or about such premises or taking part in such performance. He shall take all reasonable approval and modern precautions for the prevention of accidents and shall abstain from any act which may tend to cause fire or explosion.

(1) Any person who desires to hold or provide for any amusement performance, whether with or without tickets shall, two months before the date on which such performance is to be held or provided for, apply to the Chairman of the Board for the grant of a Certificate of suitability therefor.

(2) Such application shall be made in Form (G). Any applications which does not contain information about all the particulars mentioned in the said Form to the satisfaction of the Board, may not be considered by it.

For the grant of suitability certificate for the performance proposed to be held, the Administrator shall appoint a Board for scrutiny of Performances, scripts, etc., consisting of :

(i) A representative of the National School of Drama.

(ii) A representative from Sangeet Natak Academy.

(iii) A representative of Sahitya Kala Parishad of Delhi Administration.

(iv) A representative of Department of Cultural Affairs of the Central Government or Delhi Administration.

(v) Art critics from two leading newspapers/Magazines.

(vi) A representative of the Commissioner of Police.

The Board may, after considering the application and obtaining such further particulars, as it may deem fit, issue a certificate of suitability, in respect of such performance and impose such conditions as may be specified in the certificate. Such certificate shall be issued in Form 'H'..

(1) The Board may refuse to grant a certificate of suitability in respect of any such performance, if from the script submitted for scrutiny or otherwise, the Board considers that the performance is likely to :

(i) incite or encourage any person to resort to violence for the purpose of overthrowing or undermining the Government established by law in India or in any State thereof, or its authority,

(ii) incite or encourage any person to commit murder or any offence involving violence;

(iii) seduce any member of any of the armed forces of the Union or of the Police forces from his allegiance to his duty, or prejudice the recruiting of persons to serve in any such force or prejudice the discipline of any such force;

(iv) promote feelings of enmity or hatred between different sections of the people of India, or

(v) wound the susceptibilities of any nation or community followers of any religion;

(2) is grossly indecent, scurrilous or obscene.

The Chairman, members and Secretary of the Board shall be given free access to any place where any amusement performance is to be held/being performed or exhibited and two seats in the highest class of accommodation shall be reserved for them by the organiser of such performance.

(1) If the Chairman or any member of the Board considers that the whole or any part of the performance actually performed or exhibited was not scrutinised and certified by the Board or had actually been exercised by the Board, he may make a report of the fact to the Board and also to the Licensing Authority.

(2) On receipt of such a report, the Board may suspend or cancel the certificate of suitability granted under Regulation 128, and shall report the matter to the Licensing Authority as early as possible.

Notwithstanding anything contained in these Regulations, the Board may at any time of its own motion or on a representation made to it in that behalf, re-examine the script of any amusement performance in respect of which a certificate of suitability has already been granted by it under Regulation 128 and if the Board is of the opinion that the script is unfit for performance for public amusement on any of the grounds referred to in Regulation 129, the Board may suspend or cancel the certificate of suitability granted by it under Regulation 128. The Board shall communicate its decision to the Licensing Authority.

If any certificate of suitability granted under Regulation 128 is lost, a duplicate copy thereof may be granted by the Board on application and payment of a fee of Rs. 2.

Nothing in these regulations shall apply to amusement performances, except Tamashas and Lavanis, the scripts of which were published before 1900 A.D. provided that after such publication no additions or alterations have been made to such scripts.

Except in the case of Melas, the scripts of which were not scrutinised and passed by the Board, nothing in these Regulations shall apply to any amusement performances which are licensed under any Licensing Rules in force in the Union Territory of Delhi immediately before the commencement of these Regulations:

Provided that the Board may, at any time either of its own motion or on a representation made to it in that behalf, examine the script of any such performance and if the Board is of the opinion that the script is unfit for performance for public amusement on any of the grounds referred to in Regulation 129, the Board may declare that the exemption from the provisions of these Regulations granted by this regulation in respect of such performance is withdrawn. The Board shall communicate its decision to the Licensing Authority.

(1) Every person applying for a licence for operating a circus shall submit a detailed specification of the construction of any tent or building proposed to be utilised to the Licensing Authority in accordance with Regulations 97 and 98 of Chapter VII. The specifications shall clearly show the seating accommodation, the dimensions and positions of doors, floors and roof, ventilation and the details of any intended gas or electrical installation.

(2) The application shall be accompanied by a certificate from Health Officer to the effect that there, is no objection from health point of view to the grant of a licence and that the applicant has agreed to comply with all directions that may be given in regard to the erection of proper sanitary conveniences on the site where the circus is to be put up.

(3) The Licensing Authority must also be satisfied that the means of entrance and exit and arrangements for ventilation and precautions against fire will comply. with the Regulations in this Chapter.

(1) The auditorium shall provide seating accommodation for the public according to the following scales : Stalls.

Not more than 20 individuals for every 9 square metres.

Each tier on gallery.

Not more than 25 individuals for every 9 square metres.

Other parts.

Not more than 30 individuals for every 9 square metres.

(2) In all cases, there shall be left an open space of at least 0.3 metres between the back of one seat and the front of the seat immediately behind measured between perpendicular.

Passages or gangways not less than 1 metre wide shall be formed at the sides and down the centre of the seating in every part of the auditorium in such a manner that no seat shall be 3 metres from such passage or gangways measured in the line of seating.

Two separate exits, not leading on to the same thoroughfare or public passage, shall be provided from every part of the auditorium, which accommodates not more than 500 individuals, and when any separate part of the auditorium accommodates more than 500 individuals, exit shall be provided at the rate of one for every 250 individuals and one for any less number in excess. Each of such exits shall not be less than 1.5 metre wide between the leaves of the door when open. In the case of auditorium accommodating not more than 300 individuals, two 1 metre exits will be required.

Exits shall be arranged so as to afford a ready means of agress and shall lead directly into a thoroughfare of, public passage.

It shall be compulsory on the Management of such premises to allow the public to leave by all exit doors.

All exits and any other doors or exits intended to be used for the purpose of exit shall be indicated by notices clearly printed in 17 centimetres white letters upon black ground, over such exit doors or opening and at least 2 Mtrs. 22 Cms. above the floor.

The words 'No Exit' shall be similarly painted over all doors or openings which are in sight of the audience but which cannot be used as exits.

A safe and easy means of exit shall be provided for the orchestra.

All outside doors for the use of the public shall be made to open outwards and all internal doors shall be hung so as not to obstruct, when open, any gangway, passage, stairway or landing.

Such doors may be kept closed but not bolted during a performance or exhibition provided an attendant is placed in charge of such doors, whose duty it shall be to throw open the door in case of emergency.

Doors which are used by the public for entrances or exits shall not be fastened so long as any of the public are in such premises.

All barriers and internal exit doors shall be made to swing or to open outwards and shall not be fitted with fastenings.

Chemical extinguishers of an approved type and 2 gallons to 3 gallons capacity shall be provided in such number as the Licensing Authority may from time to time direct, and shall be placed on brackets 1 1/4 metres from the ground. Directions for using them should in all cases be prominently written on the extinguisher or on a card placed over the extinguisher, and the attention of the public shall be directed to them by placards legibly printed or painted and fixed immediately above them, to the satisfaction of the Licensing Authority.

Chemical extinguishers shall be renewed or well cleaned and recharged every twelve months, a record of which shall be kept for inspection.

Fire buckets shall be provided in such number as the Licensing Authority may direct and shall be kept at all times full of water which shall be changed at least once a week. The attention of the public shall be directed to them in the manner described in Regulation 156.

Every such premises shall be in-charge of at least 2 permanent men to act as firemen, both of whom shall be periodically drilled in the use of the fire appliances. They shall also be in attendance during a performance and placed in observant positions shall be allotted to them by the Inspecting Fire Service Officer. They shall be held responsible for keeping all the appliances for extinguishing fire ready for immediate use.

The employees engaged on such premises shall also be instructed as to the place they are to take, and the duties they are to perform in case of fire. They should be drilled for the purpose at least once a week.

The regulations to be followed in case of fire shall always be pasted in some conspicuous place, so that all persons connected with such premises shall be acquainted with their contents.

A report of any fire or alarm of fire, however slight, on such premises must be at once sent to the Delhi Fire Service.

Every portion of such premises devoted to the use of accommodation of the public and also all passages and doors leading outside such premises shall be well and properly lighted during every performance and the same shall be lighted until the public have left premises.

Gas meters shall be placed in properly ventilated chambers of fire-proof construction, the openings of which shall be filled with fire-resisting doors.

All gas brackets shall be fixed without joints; and all burners within reach of the auditoriums shall be fitted with secret taps and shall be efficiently protected by gas or wire globes. All gas burners within 1 metre of inflammable ceiling shall be fitted with deflectors of inflammable material to distribute the heat.

All gas pipes shall be made of iron or brass.

Any calcium carbide, liquid acetylene or acetylene gas and every apparatus for the generation of such gas except portable apparatus holding a charge of not more than 2 lbs. of carbide shall be kept only in a detached building situated at least of 3 metres at the nearest point from such premises. The apparatus for generation of gas in such detached building shall be charged during day-light only and no fire, heat or artificial light shall be allowed in the room containing the apparatus.

Under no circumstances shall the production or use of highly compressed or liquefied acetylene be permitted during any exhibition of performance.

Every gas light exceeding 175 candle power shall have a metal heat deflecting shield at least 25 centimetres in diameter fixed above the lamp. The shield shall not be within 60 cms. of a non-fire proof ceiling, and the ceiling, if it is at a distance of less than 60 cms. from the shield and not fireproof must be protected with sheet asbestos or uralite at least 1 cm. thick and 75 cms. in diameter. For the purpose of this regulation, the exposed side of any beam, joint or floor shall be deemed a "ceiling".

No lamp burning mineral oil shall be used in any part of such premises unless the Licensing Authority is satisfied that all details of the installation and all the arrangements for the use are such as will comply with the regulation of the Delhi Fire Insurance Association or other competent authority and are thoroughly safe.

A metal heat deflecting shield shall be fixed to the top of every lamp, and air inlet in the glass globe shall be provided with a metal to glass drip cup of quarter print capacity.

Great care must be exercised in the lighting. The lighting torch, which shall be composed of material sufficiently absorbent to ensure against any dripping of fluid used in torch, shall never be carried from lamp to lamp whilst alight. The torch must be lit from a flame carried in an enclosed lantern or protectors by inserting the torch inside the lantern or protector.

The use of matches for the purpose of lighting gas lamps in such premises is strictly prohibited.

All lime-light supply tanks, boilers with engines and dynamos with engines used in connection with such premises shall be placed in ventilated buildings for fireproof construction and shall be separated from such premises and from each other by such distance as the Licensing Authority may deem necessary.

No coal, coke, wood or other combustible material shall be so stored that it is likely to be affected by the heat of the furnace, boiler, or other heating apparatus.

Every fly wheel directly connected with an engine or other mechanical power and any part of the machinery which may be dangerous is left unfenced shall be kept securely fenced.

Where tents are used on such premises, the lower portion of the sides shall be allowed to hand loose and shall not be pointed to ground and the roof tenting shall be held up by steel ropes.

All check boxes shall be fixed and placed in such positions that they will not obstruct the exits.

No more of the public shall at any time be admitted into any part of the auditorium of such premises than the number which may be prescribed in the licence for that part of anditorium.

All parts of such premises shall be properly and sufficiently ventilated.

Every such premises shall be provided with sufficient and separate closet or privy accommodation for the use of male and females and urinals accommodation for the use of male and female. Such water closets, privies and urinals shall be constructed and arranged to the satisfaction of the Health Officer of Delhi Municipal Corporation.

Cages for wild animals shall be constructed of a material strong enough to resist their efforts for their escape.

In front of the door of the cages giving entrance to the trainers, or performance, an enclosure of small dimensions shall be constructed of material similar to that of the cage and shall be so placed that its door and door of the cage cannot be opened simultaneously.

Application of other Rules where no specific provisions are made. Where no specific provision has been made in this Chapter for any purpose in respect of a circus, the provision made for that purpose in respect of performances other than Wrestling and Boxing in other Chapters of these regulations shall apply mutatis mutandis to the performances of a circus in so far as it is not inconsistent with or repugnant to the provisions of this Chapter.

No public wrestling or boxing entertainment shall take place except under a licence from the Licensing Authority:

Provided that the provisions of this Chapter shall not apply to wrestling entertainments which are free of charge and help in open, where seats are not provided.

Persons applying for such licence shall furnish full particulars of such entertainment to the Licensing Authority at least 14 days previous to the intended date of such entertainment and if any such particulars are found to be incorrect, the licence will be refused or if granted, it will at once be cancelled.

The application shall contain the names of the referee, judge and competitors and these names shall also be printed in the advertisement, playcards and play bills.

No judge or referee shall allow any person to wrestle for a longer time than one hour. If either person is thrown before the period of one hour, the bout shall be considered finished.

The platform or stage on which the bouts take place shall be roped in and the area roped in shall not be less than 5 metres square or more than 7 metres square.

No person shall be allowed inside this arc except the two persons actually competing. Where a bout takes place on the stage of a theatre, no person except the promoters, referee, judges shall be allowed on the stage except by permission of the Licensing Authority and such persons shall remain outside the Ring.

The entertainment shall begin at the time advertised in the programme.

Each event shall be decided by two judges and a referee who shall be appealed to, if judges disagree. The decision of the referee shall be final and he shall be empowered to decide any point or question not provided for in these regulations.

The Licencee shall be held responsible to ensure that the entertainment is conducted in an orderly manner and in the case of any disturbance or accident occurring within the theatre or other place wherein such entertainment is held, information shall be immediately conveyed to the nearest Police Officer. He shall also be responsible for the safety of the public of all people employed in or about such premises or taking part in the wrestling.

The number of the public at any time admitted into any part of the premises in which such wrestling takes place shall not be in excess of the number prescribed in the licence.

If the Licensing Authority thinks it necessary, a qualified doctor or Assistant Surgeon shall be in attendance near the ring side.

Application of other Regulations where no specific provision made. Where no specific provision has been made in this Chapter for any purpose in respect of wrestling and Boxing, the provisions made for that purpose in respect of performance other than Circus in other Chapters of those Regulations shall apply mutatis mutandis to the performance of wrestling and boxing in so far as it is not inconsistent with or repugnant to the provisions' of this Chapter.

No persons shall sell or keep or offer or expose for sale or cause to be sold or cause to be kept or exposed for sale any ticket of admission to any premises without having first obtained a licence for the same from the Licensing Authority. The licence shall be in form "H" and shall be subject to the provisions of the Entertainment Tax Act. A copy of the licence shall be endorsed to the Commissioner of Entertainment Tax, Delhi Administration.

Every person holding a licence under Regulation 190 shall sell, keep, offer or expose for sale any ticket or pass or any other evidence for admission only at the booking office or booking offices as approved by the Licensing Authority and specified in the licence and no change in the location of the same shall be made except with the previous permission in writing, of the Licensing Authority:

Provided that the Licensing Authority may in the case of charitable shows for any other sufficient reason permit in writing, the sale of tickets, passes or any other evidence for admission at places other than the licensed booking offices or by persons other than the licensee.

The licensee shall cause to be affixed and displaced in a conspicuous manner in the premises or at the Booking Office a price list showing the various rates charged for tickets of different classes which are kept, offered or exposed by him for sale and also the hours of business during which such sale will be effected and no sale shall be effected except during the hours notified.

Every licensee shall print or cause to be printed on the face of every ticket, pass or other evidence of the right of admission to be sold or kept, offered or exposed for sale the price charged therefor plus entertainment tax, if any, and he shall not at any time charge for any such ticket, pass or evidence of the right of admission, a price in excess to that printed thereon.

Every licensee shall at all times keep and maintain full and accurate sets of records showing sale of tickets and their rates and produce on demand for inspection by a police officer of the rank not below that of a Sub-Inspector, or an officer of the office of Commissioner of Entertainment Tax not below the rank of Inspector, stocks of tickets and register of account.

Every person licensed under this Chapter shall be present at the premises at all times when the premises are kept open to the public for business and shall not absent himself therefrom except with the permission of the Licensing Authority endorsed on the licence nor shall he permit any other person to act on his behalf except with the permission of the Licensing Authority endorsed on the licence.

Licensing Authority for purposes of grant, suspension, cancellation of :

(a) No objection certificate under Chapter II.

(b) Building permission under Chapter VII.

(c) Premises licence under Chapter VIII.

(d) Performance licences under Chapter IX, and

(e) Ticket licence under Chapter XIII.

of these regulations, shall be the Dy. Commissioner of Police Licensing or any other officer of equivalent rank nominated either temporarily or permanently by the Commissioner of Police in this behalf.

Appeals against the orders of the Licensing Authority regarding refusal to grant Licenses/permissions or no objection certificates, their suspension, cancellation, etc., under these regulations shall lie to the Addl. Commissioner of Police (Licensing) or any other officer of equivalent rank nominated temporarily or otherwise by the Commissioner of Police, in this behalf.

The appeals shall be made on a non-judicial stamp paper of the value of Rs. 50 within 30 days from the date of receipt of the orders of the Licensing Authority, ' whereafter the appeals shall be deemed to have become time barred.

There shall be levied fees as hereinafter prescribed for the grant of a no objection certificate and licences under these regulations. The fees shall be paid to the Licensing Authority concerned along with the application and shall not be refunded whether the certificate or licence asked for is granted or refused.

(1) The fee for the grant of a 'No Objection Certificate' under Regulation 5 for permanent structure shall be Rs. 15 and for a duplicate copy of such certificate Rs. 2.

(2) The fee for the grant of a 'No Objection Certificate' under Regulation 5 for a structure of a temporary nature shall be Rs. 10 and for a duplicate copy of such certificate Rs. 2.

The fee for a licence or renewal or Premises Licence inclusive of fees for one or more inspection by the Executive Engineer concerned, and for the Health Department Officer, before the grant of licence, shall be as follows:

(a) For a permanent theatre or any other permanent building used principally as a place of Public Amusement according to the number of seats provided therein as under: No. of Seats

Licence fee for a period not exceeding three months

Licence fee for a period exceeding three months but not exceeding six months

Licence fee for a period exceeding six months but not exceeding one year

1

2

3

4

Rs.

Rs.

Rs.

Upto 200

15

30

50

201 to 500

20

40

70

501 to over

25

50

90

Provided that for a permanent theatre or other permanent building duly licensed under the Delhi Cinematography Rules, 1953, for use of Cinematography exhibition, when used as a place of public amusement, the fee for the grant of premises licence shall irrespective of the number of seats provided therein, be rupees ten per month or part thereof.

(b) For a temporary erection to be used principally as a place of public amusement according to the number of seats provided therein as under : No. of Seats

Licence for three months

Rs.

Upto 200

13

201 to 500

18

501 and over

23

(c) For a temporary erection when the Licensing Authority does not require any certificate in respect of the structure according to the number of seats provided therein as under : No. of Seats

Licence fee for one year

Rs.

Upto 200

3

201 to 500

5

501 and over

7

(d) For a permanent building not used principally as a place of public amusement, but to which the public are admitted to witness any entertainment on payment of money.

(i) when the Licensing Authority require certificate from the Executive Engineer concerned Rs. 20.

(ii) when the Licensing Authority does not require such certificate Rs. 10.

(e) For making any alteration or addition in a Premises Licence, Rs. 1 and for a duplicate copy of a Premises Licence Rs. 2.

The fee for inspections of electric installation shall be separately paid in accordance with rates notified under the Indian Electricity Rules, 1937.

The fee for the grant of renewal or for a duplicate copy of a Performance Licence shall be as follows :

(1) In the case of "Melas" or "Pas"-50 Naya Paise for each performance.

(2) In the case of "Dramas" and "Tamashas" Rs. 5 for each Performance Licence and also Rs. 5 for each stage play or performance of each Tamasha endorsed on the licence as required by Regulation 118.

(3) In the case of circus or wrestling and boxing performances to which admission is on payment of money or with the intention that money may be collected from the admitted, Rs. 10 for each show or programme.

(4) In case of "Dancing School" and "Diwan-Khanas" Rs. 25 per month.

(5) In case of all other performances, Rs. 5 for each programme.

(6) In the case of Giant wheel Merry-go-round, sea Plane, Aeroplanes, Well of Death and similar other centrivances, exhibitions and tournaments, Rs. 5 for each place, for the period for which a performance-licence is granted.

(7) For making any alteration in a performance licence. Re. 1 and for a duplicate copy of performance licence Rs. 2.

The fee for the transfer of a Performance Licence under Regulation 124 shall be half the fee paid for the Performance Licence plus half be paid for the endorsement of the items of performance already on the licence.

(1) The following fees shall be levied for a licence granted under Regulation 200 Rs.

(a) If the licence is granted for a period exceeding a fortnight upto 31st December following the date of issue 15

(b) If the licence is granted for a period not exceeding a fortnight. 10

(c) If the licence is granted only for a day 5 Provided that in the case of performance given by touring parties, subject to

(b) and (c) above, the fee for the licence for the first camp in the year shall be Rs. 15 and for each subsequent camp in the same year shall be Rs. 7 and 50 paise.

(2) The fee for a duplicate licence shall be Rs. 2 only.

No fee shall be payable by an applicant for any licence or permission in these Regulations.

Every holder of the premises and Performance Licence or some persons or some one of several persons whom the Licensee has nominated as a Manager or managers and whose name or names have been entered as such in the licence, shall be present at the premises to which the licence pertains during the whole time for which such premises are open to the public.

The Licencing Autority shall have the licence displayed prominently on the walls of the office of the premises.

No person shall smoke and no holder of a Premises or Performance Licence or his nominated Manager or managers shall permit smoking either on the stage or in the auditorium except so far as it may be part of the performance, or in the auditorium.

The premises shall be provided to the satisfaction of the Licensing Authority a sufficient number of spittoons in suitable places for the use of the public. The spittoons shall contain a strong disinfectant and shall be emptied from time to time. Notice for using such spittoons shall be displayed in prominent parts of the premises.

No person shall at any time spit in any part of the premises except in the spittoons provided for that purposes.

No person shall, during a performance or exhibition or in the interval of the performance and no licensee or his nominee shall during a performance or in the interval of performance, allow any person to

(i) hawk in the auditorium; or

(ii) sell or supply any eatables or drinks, to any number of the audience in this auditorium itself; or

(iii) distribute or sell, whether for consideration or not any article or thing to any member of the audience in the auditorium itself.

No licensee shall admit to any part of the auditorium a greater number of persons than the maximum number authorised in the licence issued under Regulation 109 to be accommodated in such part. In order to ensure that this maximum number is not exceeded, and more particularly to facilitate checking by the Police at any time, the licencee shall issue tickets bearing serial numbers and the date and the number of the performance on the foils. After each performance the ticket books shall be marked closed on the last counter-foils issued.

The licensee shall at all times keep the premises in a clean and sanitary condition. The floors and the walls up to a height of 1 metre shall be washed with a strong disinfectant at least once a month.

(1) No person shall continue any performance other than a dramatic performance after 12.30 a.m. and a dramatic performance after 1 a.m. in any place of public amusement situated in Delhi which is not a theatre within the meaning of a term 'theatre' as defined in the Delhi Shops and Establishment Act, 1954.

(2) No person shall commence on stage any performance for public amusement in premises between 12.30 a.m. and 6 a.m.

The Licensee shall give free access to the premises at hours to the officers mentioned below:

(i) The Licensing Authority or any officer nominated by him for the purpose of carrying out the duties of the Licensing Authority under these Regulations and/or the checking that the provisions of these Regulations are being complied with.

(ii) Any Police Officer who is required by a general or special order of the Licensing Authority to attend the same; or

(iii) The Executive Engineer of the Division, Health Officer, Civil Surgeon, Electrical Inspector, or any officer authorised by the Licensing Authority for the purpose of seeing that the provisions of these Regulations are being duly observed.

(iv) The Chief of the Delhi Fire Service or any other officer deputed by him in that behlaf.

Licence granted under these regulations shall not be transferable but shall be personal for benefit only of the person to whom it is granted and on the death of the Licensee shall subject to the provisions of regulation 111 be deemed to be revoked.

No person licensed under these regulations shall, during any performance or exhibition, use or permit any weapon Of offence or defence for the possession of which a licence is required under the Indian Arms Act, 1959 to be brought or kept either on the stage or in the auditorium without having obtained previously a written permission from the Licensing Authority.

No one shall during any performance be so suspended from the files, or so fixed in any position upon the stage that he cannot release himself.

Every person licensed under these regulations in the event of any disturbance or accident involving injury to human life or limb happening therein or threat shall give immediate information of the same to the police.

Every person licensed under these regulations shall conduct his or her occupations or business in such place in an orderly manner.

No person under 18 years of age shall be entitled to obtain or hold any licence under these regulations.

The theatre building shall be connected by telephone with the nearest fire brigade station.

Notwithstanding anything hereinbefore contained in these Regulations, any relaxation of or exemption from any such regulation in respect of premises duly licensed for use before the coming into force of these regulations shall operate only so long as fresh premises are not renovated or otherwise substantially altered, and upon such renovation or other alteration any such relexation or exemptions shall cease to operate and the regulation shall apply to such premises as it applies to other premises. If any question arises whether the premises are or are not renovated or substantially altered, it shall be referred to the Licensing Authority and its decision shall be final.

Buildings licensed under Delhi Cinematograph Rules, 1953, for cinematograph performance shall be deemed to be considered fit for the purpose of these regulations also, provided the provisions of the regulation in Chapter IV of these Regulations have been complied with.

(1)The Licensing Authority may suspend or cancel any licence granted under these regulations for contravention of any of these regulations or for failure of the licensee to comply with any reasonable directions which the Licensing Authority may issue in order to prevent any obstruction, inconvenience, annoyance risk or danger to the members of the audience in the theatre provided that the Licensing Authority shall give the licensee an opportunity to show cause before taking any action under this sub-regulation.

(2) Notwithstanding the provisions of sub-regulation (1), the licence shall be liable to immediate suspension or cancellation by the Licensing Authority, if in the opinion of the Licensing Authority, the appliances in the premises for protection against extinguishing fire are inadequate or in any way insufficient or in unsatisfactory condition.

(3) Notwithstanding the provisions of sub-regulations (1) and (2), the Licensing Authority may, in its absolute discretion, any time, cancel or suspend any licence granted under these regulations and may direct the licensee to close the premises, either permanently or temporarily or direct him to comply with such directions and instructions that he may issue in order to prevent any obstruction, inconvenience, annoyance, risk, danger or damage to the residents or passes by in the vicinity or for the maintenance of public safety and the prevention of disturbance in the premises and every licensee shall forthwith comply with any such directions or instructions given by the Licensing Authority, and if the Licensee fails to comply with such directions and instructions, his licence shall be liable to immediate suspension or cancellation.

(4) Notwithstanding the provisions of Sub-regulations (1), (2) and (3), the Licensing Authority may cancel or suspend any licence granted under these regulations and may direct the Licensee to close the premises permanently or temporarily if the Licensee fails to carry out any reasonable directions given to him by the Licensing Authority on receipt of a complaint about inconvenience caused to the spectators.

Notwithstanding anything contained in these regulations, the Licensing Authority may, if it thinks fit, suspend or revoke any licence granted under these regulations for failure to comply with reasonable suggestions or instructions issued by the Licensing Authority to carry out the objectives of these Regulations.

Without prejudice to the provisions of regulation 224, the Licensing Authority in constitution with the Health Officer of the Municipal Corporation of Delhi, if any may, if so advised, direct by a special notice :

(a) A reduction in the scale of accommodation prescribed in regulations 14 and 147.

(b) the periodical disinfection of premises which may include spraying and fumigation; and

(c) the adoption of such other measure for better ventilation as may be specified in the notice ; and the Licensee shall be bound forthwith to comply with any such direction and no failure to do so, his licence shall be liable to suspension or cancellation.

(1) If at any time, it appears to a Licensing Authority, who may be present at any performance in any licensed premises, that the performance is or is about to become objectionable, the licensee shall stop or alter the performance on the representation of such authority:

(2) If at any time, it appears to a Police Officer not below the rank of a Sub- Inspector, who by a general or special order of the Licencing Authority is required to attend a performance (no Licensing Authority being present on the premises) that the performance is or is about to become, objectionable, the Licensee shall stop or alter the performance on the representation of such Police Officer pending the decision of the Licensing Authority on the point. Similarly, if there is likelihood of breach of peace by the continuance of the performance for any reason, directly or indirectly connected with the performance, the Licensee shall stop the performance on demand by such Police Officer.

Notwithstanding anything contained in these regulations, the Commissioner of Police, shall have, within jurisdiction, powers:

(i) to revise, suspend or cancel any licence granted by him under these regulations either on his own initiative or on a complaint by a person prejudicially affected by the grant of such licence or by his decision refusing to grant the licence.

(ii) to cancel or suspend his own decision refusing to grant any licence under these regulations and to grant the licence once refused on a revision application made by a person adversely affected by such refusal.

(1) The Licensing Authority may, in its discretion and for reasons to be recorded in writing, exempt any Licence from the requirements of any of these regulations subject to such conditions, if any, as the Licensing Authority may direct.

(2) Licensing Authority may withdraw any exemption granted by it and thereupon the licensee shall comply with the requirements of the regulations in respect of which the exemption is withdrawn, within such reasonable time as may be allowed by the Licensing Authority.

The provisions of Chapter X shall not apply to the following performances, namely: (1) Garba, (2) Mushairas, (3) Kavi Sammelana, (4) Ramleelas, (5) Kirtans, (6) Classical Music, (7) Classical dances, (8) Physical feats, (9) Magical performances, (10) College and school dramas irrespective of whether the show is for the public or not, (11) Special gatherings of educational institution recognised by Government or Universities, (12) Performances for which a licence is required under the Delhi Cinematograph Rules 1953, (13)Ras, (14) Singing competitions, (15) Eloquence competitions, (16)Talent contest.

Notwithstanding anything contained in these regulations, the Commissioner of Police, may on application made to him in that behalf, exempt any person or party intending to stage a performance of public amusement including dramas, melas, and ras, from obtaining from the Board a certificate of suitability of the script of the proposed performance, or of the performance itself, if there is no script, if he is satisfied that for good and sufficient reasons, the applicant has not got sufficient time to obtain such certificate before staging the performance and that the proposed performance is not unfit on any of the grounds referred to Regulation 139 :

Provided that such exemption shall be valid for a period of two months from the date of issue or till the date on which the Board grants the certificate or refuses to grant it, whichever is earlier.

FORM A

[In the Court of] In the matter of guardianship of son of caste resident of. Minor [Court fee]

a B c d e f The name, sex. Religion, dale of birth, and ordinary residence of The minor Where the minor is a female, whether she is married, and, if so, the name and age of her husband, The nature, situation and approximate value of The property, if any, of the minor. (For detail a see schedule cd reverse ). The name and residence of the person having the custody or possession of the person or property of the minor, What near relations The minor has, and where they reside Whether a guardian of the person or property or both of the minor, has been appointed by any person entitled, or claiming to be entitled by the law of which the minor is subject to make such an appointment

g h i j k l Whether an application has at any time been made to the Court to my other Court, with respect to the guardianship of the person or property, or both, of the minor and if so when, to what Court, and with what result. Whether the application is for the appointmentor declaration of a guardisn of the person of the minor. or of his property, or both. Where the application it to appoint a guardian, the qualification of the proposed guardian. Where the application is to declare a person to be a guardian, the grounds on which that person daims. The causes which have led to the Such other particulars if any, as maybe presented, or as the nature of the application renders it necessary to state.

Signature of petitioner or of a person duly authorized by him in this behalf.

The above particulars are true to the knowledge of the person making them except as to matters stated on information and belief, and as to those matters he believes, them to be true.

I, the guardian proposed in the above application, do hereby declare that I am willing to act as such.

Signature of their person verifying,

Attested by (i) Signature of the proposed guardian.

(ii)

FORM

OFFICE OF THE DEPUTY COMMISSIONER OF

POLICE (LICENSING), DELHI

FORM 'B'

Notice for inviting objections (Vide Regulation 4)

Whereas Shri. son of..

Ageresident of.has

applied to me for the grant of a 'No Objection Certificate' for the location of a

permanent/temporary premises for use as a place of public amusement aton the land of Shri. and assessed under Municipal No. Ward No..Street No. and registered under Collector's New Survey Noand bounded as under:-

Notice is hereby given that any person having any objection to the grant of a 'No Objection Certificate' as aforesaid should lodge his objection in writing with the undersigned by the day of 19.

Any objections received beyond that date will not be taken into consideration.

Given under my hand this day of 19

Licensing Authority.

FORM

OFFICE OF THE DEPUTY COMMISSIONER OF

POLICE (LICENSING), DELHI

FORM 'C'

"No Objection Certificate"

(Regulation 5)

In exercise of the powers conferred by Regulation 5 of the Delhi Control and Licensing of Public Amusement Regulations 1980, I.Deputy Commissioner of Police (Licensing), Delhi, do hereby grant this certificate that there is no objection to Shri. son of locating permanent/temporary premises for use as a place of public amusement in the land belonging to Shri

The land where the premises to be located is specified below :

This "No Objection Certificate" is valid for a period of two years in the case of permanent premises and six months in the case of other premises from the date hereto and if within this period, the proposed premises are not put up, a fresh "No Objection Certificate" shall be applied for.

Given under my hand this day of.19

Deputy Commissioner of Police, Licensing, Delhi

FORM

OFFICE OF THE DEPUTY COMMISSIONER OF POLICE

(LICENSING), DELHI

FORM 'D'

Premises Licence

(Regulation 109)

(For fees, vide Regulation 199)

No. of 19

PREMISES LICENCE

In exercise of the powers conferred by Rule 109 of the Delhi Control and Licensing of Places of Public Amusement Regulation, 1980, licence is hereby granted, subject to the conditions and restrictions laid down in the aforesaid Rules, to Shri. authorising him to keep aknown As and situated at in and assessed under Municipal No.to be open between 6 a.m. and 12.30 p.m. from this date until the19.subject nevertheless to suspension or revocation under the aforesaid regulation.

Brief description of Number and name of the different divisions of the auditorium Number of Persons that each such division can accommodate Number and positions of entrance or exit in each division

Given under my hand and seal thisday of19

Deputy Commissioner of Police,

Licensing, Delhi

LICENSING AUTHORITY,

OFFICE OF THE DEPUTY COMMISSIONER

POLICE (LICENSING), DELHI

Memorandum of renewal of the above licence subject to the conditions and restrictions already specified.

Date of renewal Date of Expiry of renewed licence Signature of the Licensing Authority

OFFICE OF THE DEPUTY COMMISSIONER OF

POLICE (LICENSING), DELHI

FORM 'E'

Performance Licence

(Regulation 118)

(For fee, see Regulation 201)

No..of 19..

Performance Licence

In exercise of the powers conferred by rule 118 of the Regulations for Licensing and Controlling places of Public Amusement (other than Cinema) and Performances for Public Amusement, 1980, licence is hereby granted, subject to the conditions and restrictions laid down in the aforesaid Rules, to Shriauthorising him at situated at in until 19, subject nevertheless to suspension or revocation under the aforesaid Rules.

Given under my hand and seal, this day of

19. Deputy Commissioner of Police, Licensing, Delhi

FORM

OFFICE OF THE DEPUTY COMMISSIONER OF

POLICE (LICENSING), DELHI

FORM 'F'

Licensing to sell or keep for sale or offer or expose for sale any ticket of admission, pass or their evidence of the right of admission to place of Public Amusement.

(Rule 189)

(For fee, see Regulation 213)

No. of 19..

In exercise of the powers conferred by rule 189 of the Regulations for Licensing and Controlling of Places of Public Amusement (other than Cinema) and Performances for Public Amusement, 1980, licence is hereby granted, subject to the conditions and restrictions laid down in the aforesaid Rules, to Shri..

s/oto sell or keep for sale, or offer or expose for sale any ticket of admission, pass or other evidence of the right of admission to the permanent/temporary place of public amusement (other than Cinema) known as situated at.

2. The licensee shall sell, offer, keep or expose for sale any ticket of admission, pass or other evidence of the right of admission to the above place of public amusement only at the following places :

1.

2.

3.

3. This licence is valid till the.......day of... 19 and a fee of Rsdue for the same has been paid by the licensee.

This licence is granted or renewed subject to the provisions of the aforesaid

Regulations (189 to 193) be suspended or cancelled for breach of any of the provisions of the aforesaid Rules and any breach of provisions of aforesaid Regulations, is punishable under the provisions of Section 110 of the Delhi Police Act, 1978.

Given under my hand and seal, this day of19

Deputy Commissioner of Police, Licensing, Delhi

SEAL

(Reverse of the Form)

Memoranda of Renewal Date of Renewal Date upto which valid Fee paid Signature of Licensing Authority

FORM

FORM 'G'

[See Regulation 126 (2) of the Rules for the Licensing and

Controlling Places of Public Amusement, etc.

Form of Application for Certificate of suitability of Amusement Performance

Full name of applicant

His age

His address

Name and address of party on behalf of which the application is made.

Nature of the performance.

Title of the script submitted for scrutiny.

Name of the Author.

Name and address of the publisher.

Year of publication.

Name of edition submitted for scrutiny.

Number of copies submitted.

Date :

Signature of the applicant

FORM

OFFICE OF THE DEPUTY COMMISSIONER OF

POLICE (LICENSING), DELHI

FORM 'H'

(See Regulation 128 of the Regulations for Licensing and Controlling Places of Public Amusement, etc.)

Form of the Certificate of suitability to be issued by the Stage Performance Scrutiny Board.

No. of the Certificate.

Date of issue.

Name of the Applicant.

Name of the Party represented by applicant.

Address of the applicant.

Date of application.

Title of the script and name of the author.

Name of the Publisher.

Year of Publication and number of edition.

Certified that the script of the above-mentioned amusement performance is suitable for performance or exhibition for Public Amusement in the Union Territory of Delhi provided that the following conditions shall be complied with.

DEPUTY COMMISSIONER OF POLICE,

Licensing Authority.