Section57
Bihar Irrigation Act

Section 57

In force Act 11 of 1998 As on 18 Oct 2026

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Act 11 of 1998

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Section 57 of Bihar Irrigation Act. Canal Officer may supply water for purposes other than those of irrigation On an application being made for a supply of water to be used for purposes other than those of irrigation, the Canal Officer may give permission for water to be taken for such purposes under such special conditions and restri

Canal Officer may supply water for purposes other than those of irrigation On an application being made for a supply of water to be used for purposes other than those of irrigation, the Canal Officer may give permission for water to be taken for such purposes under such special conditions and restrictions as to the limitation and control of the supply as he shall think proper to impose in each case.

Section 57, Bihar Irrigation Act (Act 11 of 1998).

Questions about Section 57

How do I find court cases under Section 57 of the Bihar Irrigation Act?

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When was the Bihar Irrigation Act enacted?

Bihar Irrigation Act was enacted in 1998 as Act 11 of 1998. India Code records no commencement date for it. It is in force as at the date shown on this page.

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