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The Dadra and Nagar Haveli and Daman and Diu Highways Act, 1974

Powers and duties of police

In force Act 10 of 1974 As on 08 Oct 2026

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Act 10 of 1974

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Section 62 of the Dadra and Nagar Haveli and Daman and Diu Highways Act, 1974 deals with powers and duties of police. Every police officer shall forthwith furnish information to the nearest Highway Authority, or the nearest officer subordinate to the Highway Authority of any offence coming to the knowledge which has been committed against this Act, or any rule made under this Act, and shall be bound to assist the H

Every police officer shall forthwith furnish information to the nearest Highway Authority, or the nearest officer subordinate to the Highway Authority of any offence coming to the knowledge which has been committed against this Act, or any rule made under this Act, and shall be bound to assist the Highway Authority and its officers and servants in the exercise of their lawful authority.

Section 62, The Dadra and Nagar Haveli and Daman and Diu Highways Act, 1974 (Act 10 of 1974).

Questions about Section 62

What does Section 62 of the Dadra and Nagar Haveli and Daman and Diu Highways Act deal with?

Section 62 of the Dadra and Nagar Haveli and Daman and Diu Highways Act is headed "Powers and duties of police". Every police officer shall forthwith furnish information to the nearest Highway Authority, or the nearest officer subordinate to the Highway Authority of any offence coming to the knowledge which has been committed against this Act, or any rule made under this Act, and shall be bound to assist the H

How do I find court cases under Section 62 of the Dadra and Nagar Haveli and Daman and Diu Highways Act?

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When was the Dadra and Nagar Haveli and Daman and Diu Highways Act enacted?

Dadra and Nagar Haveli and Daman and Diu Highways Act was enacted in 1974 as Act 10 of 1974. India Code records no commencement date for it. It is in force as at the date shown on this page.

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