The Rajasthan Ropeway - Act 1996
rajasthan · 1997
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- S. 1Short title, extend and commencement : (1)
- S. 2Section 2 defines key terms used in the Rajasthan Ropeway Act 1996, including "Carrier," "Chief Inspector," and "License."
- S. 3Section 3 empowers and mandates the Chief Inspector to annually inspect and ensure the safety and compliance of all ropeways in Rajasthan.
- S. 4Section 4 empowers and mandates the District Inspector to regularly inspect and ensure the safety and compliance of ropeways within his jurisdiction.
- S. 5Section 5 mandates reporting of ropeway accidents involving human injury or property damage to relevant authorities.
- S. 6Section 6 mandates promoters and authorities to provide medical aid, handle dead bodies with care, and expedite legal procedures for deceased victims in ropeway accidents.
- S. 7Section 7 details the required information for applications to establish a ropeway in Rajasthan.
- S. 8Section 8 authorizes the Licensing Authority or State Government to sanction preliminary investigations for ropeway projects, requiring detailed plans and estimates.
- S. 9Section 9 mandates promoters to ensure safe and efficient operation of ropeways through regular inspections and maintenance.
- S. 10Section 10 regulates the promoter's power to acquire land, requiring Collector's authorization and compensation payment.
- S. 11Section 11 details the conditions and procedures for reopening a closed ropeway after it has been deemed unsafe.
- S. 12Section 12 outlines the procedure for filing, hearing, and disposing of appeals against orders under the Rajasthan Ropeway Act 1996.
- S. 13Section 13 mandates that a ropeway cannot open for traffic without licensing authority approval after a chief inspector confirms safety and compliance.
- S. 14Section 14 outlines the procedure for approving and investigating proposals for setting up a ropeway in Rajasthan.
- S. 15Section 15 allows promoters to enter adjoining land for ropeway repairs or accident prevention, with compensation for damages.
- S. 16Information as required under the provisions of the Act
- S. 17Section 17 mandates amenities for safe, comfortable, and regulated use of public ropeway systems in Rajasthan.
- S. 18Section 18 allows Tourism Department officers to inspect ropeway facilities and suggest improvements, with the Licensing Authority enforcing these if not heeded by the promoter.
- S. 19Section 19 allows the District Inspector to close unsafe ropeways and the Licensing Authority to reopen them after inspection.
- S. 20Section 20 allows the Licensing Authority to revoke a promoter's rights if the ropeway is discontinued without sufficient reason.
- S. 21Section 21 allows the licensing authority to remove and sell a ropeway's materials if the promoter fails to pay removal costs.
- S. 22Section 22 allows appeals against certain orders to the State Government and permits revision by the State Government.
- S. 23Section 23 prohibits ropeway promoters from causing permanent damage to public infrastructure during construction or operations.
- S. 24Section penalizes promoters for non-compliance with the Rajasthan Ropeway Act, imposing fines for various violations.
- S. 25The section allows the State Government to delegate its powers under the act to another authority, except for rule-making.
- S. 26Section 26 empowers the Rajasthan State Government to create rules to implement the Rajasthan Ropeway Act, 1996, including safety, operational, and procedural standards.