# The Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023, Section 279: Fouling water of public spring or reservoir

- Act: The Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023 (Act 45 of 2023)
- In force from: 2024-07-01
- Ministry: Ministry of Home Affairs
- Source URL: https://indiacode.ecourtsindia.com/bns/section/279/

## Text

Whoever voluntarily corrupts or fouls the water of any public spring or reservoir, so as to render it less fit for the purpose for which it is ordinarily used, shall be punished with imprisonment of either description for a term which may extend to six months, or with fine which may extend to five thousand rupees, or with both.

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