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The Goa Panchayat Raj Act, 1994

Power to set apart public springs, etc., for certain purposes

In force Act 14 of 1994 As on 21 Oct 2026

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Act 14 of 1994

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Section 86 of the Goa Panchayat Raj Act, 1994 deals with power to set apart public springs, etc., for certain purposes. The Panchayat may by public notice which shall be put up at the spring, tank, or other places concerned and otherwise as required by this Act, set apart public springs, tanks, wells and other places and parts of public water sources for drinking purposes or for bathing or for convenience of the inha

The Panchayat may by public notice which shall be put up at the spring, tank, or other places concerned and otherwise as required by this Act, set apart public springs, tanks, wells and other places and parts of public water sources for drinking purposes or for bathing or for convenience of the inhabitants, and with the consent of the owners, may also set apart any private springs, tanks, wells or other places for any of the aforesaid purposes.

Section 86, The Goa Panchayat Raj Act, 1994 (Act 14 of 1994).

Questions about Section 86

What does Section 86 of the Goa Panchayat Raj Act deal with?

Section 86 of the Goa Panchayat Raj Act is headed "Power to set apart public springs, etc., for certain purposes". The Panchayat may by public notice which shall be put up at the spring, tank, or other places concerned and otherwise as required by this Act, set apart public springs, tanks, wells and other places and parts of public water sources for drinking purposes or for bathing or for convenience of the inha

How do I find court cases under Section 86 of the Goa Panchayat Raj Act?

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When was the Goa Panchayat Raj Act enacted?

Goa Panchayat Raj Act was enacted in 1994 as Act 14 of 1994. India Code records no commencement date for it. It is in force as at the date shown on this page.

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