The Bihar State Mela Authority Act, 2008
bihar · 2008
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- S. 1Short title, extent and commencement—(1) This Act may be called (he Biluar State Mela Authority Act, 2008
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- S. 3Section 3 establishes the Bihar State Mela Authority and outlines its composition with various government officials and non-government experts.
- S. 4Section 4 outlines the powers and functions of the Chairman and Vice-Chairman of the Bihar State Mela Authority, including delegation and removal conditions.
- S. 6Section 6 appoints a Secretary, at least a Joint Secretary rank, to manage the authority's affairs.
- S. 7Section 7 mandates the State Mela Authority to hold meetings at least quarterly or as needed.
- S. 8Section 8 empowers the Bihar State Mela Authority to regulate, manage, and decide on policies for fairs, including revenue augmentation and fund arrangements.
- S. 9Section 9 grants the Bihar State Mela Authority special powers to manage and recommend actions for mela events.
- S. 10Section 10 outlines the authority's power to collect fees for managing and operating state fairs in Bihar.
- S. 11Section 11 outlines the powers and functions of the Bihar State Mela Authority in managing and regulating state fairs.
- S. 12Fund of Mela—The Authority may recommend to the State Government for funds to be made available for a particular mela
- S. 13The Bihar State Mela Authority Act, 2008 authorizes the Authority to provide amenities and set entry fees for mela events.
- S. 14Section 14 mandates depositing surcharge and entry fees from the Mela Fund in a separate bank account.
- S. 15Section 15 outlines the method for collecting surcharges and entry fees under the Bihar State Mela Authority Act, 2008.
- S. 16Section 16 establishes a Mela Development and Management Fund to receive grants, fees, donations, and other funds from various sources.
- S. 17Section 17 specifies that the Mela Fund is used for expenses related to the Authority's functions and authorized objectives.
- S. 18Section 18 outlines the procedure for the dissolution of the Bihar State Mela Authority.
- S. 19Section 19 mandates the Bihar State Mela Authority to prepare and submit an annual report and ensures proper maintenance and auditing of its accounts.
- S. 20Section 20 outlines the powers and duties of the Bihar State Mela Authority in managing and regulating state fairs.
- S. 21The authority must follow policy directions from the State Government and its decisions are final.
- S. 22Delegation of Power—The: authority
- S. 23Section 23 requires all orders and decisions of the Bihar State Mela Authority to be signed by the Chairman or an authorized member.
- S. 24Protection of action taken in Good
- S. 25Section 25 allows the State Government to supersede the Bihar State Mela Authority during emergencies or public interest.
- S. 26Power to make Rules—The State Govemment may by notification in the official Gazens ses of this Act
- S. 27Section 27 authorizes the Bihar State Mela Authority to make regulations with government approval to implement the Act.
- S. 28Section 28 outlines the constitution and functions of the Bihar State Mela Authority for managing and regulating traditional fairs in Bihar.
- S. 29Section 29 establishes administrative support for the Bihar State Mela Authority from the Revenue and Land Reforms Department for fair management.