The Telangana Municipal Tramways (Construction, Operation and Maintenance) Act, 2008.
telangana · 2008
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- S. 1Section adapts Andhra Pradesh Municipal Tramways Act to Telangana post-reorganization.
- S. 2Substituted by G
- S. 3Section 3 allows local authorities or government entities to apply for tramway system development in municipal areas, with state government oversight.
- S. 4Section 4 outlines the process for the State Government to authorize and publish tramway development orders after considering public objections.
- S. 5Section 5 allows the State Government to grant concessions for tramway operations through competitive bidding.
- S. 6Section 6 authorizes the State Government to enter agreements for developing, constructing, managing, operating, and maintaining tramway systems.
- S. 7Section 7 outlines conditions for tramway system operations, construction, and maintenance agreements.
- S. 8Section 8 allows the State Government to modify or extend tramway operator agreements upon application.
- S. 9The State Government can lease tramway land to operators for public interest, but local authorities need State approval for such leases.
- S. 10Section 10 transfers the tramway system's assets, liabilities, and employees to the operator as per the order or agreement, with State Government approval for changes.
- S. 11Section 11 allows the tramway operator to sub-contract parts of its duties but remains responsible to the State Government.
- S. 12Section 12 outlines the duties of a tramway operator to develop, manage, and operate the tramway system for public transportation.
- S. 13The State Government can direct local authorities to grant leases or licenses for tramway development and operation.
- S. 14Section 14 allows the State Government to suspend a tramway operator's powers if construction or operation is not timely or properly completed.
- S. 15Section 15 prohibits tramway operator from transferring rights or obligations without state government's written consent.
- S. 16Section 16 mandates tramway development, construction, management, operation, and maintenance per specified orders or agreements.
- S. 17Section 17 grants the tramway operator powers to construct, alter, and maintain tramway infrastructure and related facilities.
- S. 18Section 18 allows the tramway operator to underpin or strengthen nearby buildings for safety, with prior notice except in emergencies.
- S. 19Section 19 allows the tramway operator to enter land or buildings for surveys and inspections to plan tramway construction.
- S. 20Section 20 establishes the tramway operator's liability for damages caused during tramway system operations and outlines the compensation process.
- S. 21Section 21 limits claims against tramway operators for damages to six months from the date of alleged damage.
- S. 22Section prohibits removal of marks or filling of trenches related to tramway system development.
- S. 23Section 23 mandates tramway inspection and certification by the Safety Commissioner before public use.
- S. 24Section 24 mandates the Safety Commissioner to inspect and report on tramway system safety before issuing a fitness certificate for its operation.
- S. 25Section 25 extends the application of safety regulations to additional tramway lines, stations, and structural alterations.
- S. 26The tramway operator may use such rolling stock as it may consider necessary for operation and working of the tramway
- S. 27Section 27 prohibits the carriage of dangerous or offensive goods and prohibited luggage on tramways in Telangana.
- S. 28Section 28 allows the tramway operator to display commercial ads on the system and its premises.
- S. 29Section 29 allows tramway officials to remove unauthorized persons from tramway premises if they refuse to leave after being asked.
- S. 30The State Government appoints a Safety Commissioner to oversee tramway system safety and perform related duties as prescribed.
- S. 31The Safety Commissioner can inspect tramway systems, demand official attendance and documents, and take necessary measures for safety.
- S. 32The State Government must provide the Safety Commissioner with facilities and funds for tramway safety duties.
- S. 33The section allows the State Government to set safety standards for the tramway system and its users.
- S. 34Section 34 mandates the Safety Commissioner to prepare an annual report and the State Government to present it to the State Legislature.
- S. 35Section 35 sets fare limits and mandates display of authorized fare charts for Telangana Municipal Tramways.
- S. 36Section 36 allows the State Government to appoint a Fare Fixation Committee every five years to recommend fare changes for the tramway system, except for those under specific agreements.
- S. 37Section 37 mandates tramway officials to promptly notify authorities of serious accidents and directs the operator to report and conduct inquiries into such incidents.
- S. 38The section allows the State Government to appoint a Claims Commissioner to adjudicate compensation claims for tramway accidents.
- S. 39Section 39 outlines the procedure and considerations for the Claims Commissioner in determining compensation claims.
- S. 40Section 40 determines liability for tramway operator compensation through Claims Commissioner's final orders.
- S. 41Section 41 allows compensation claims for death or injury to be made once under this Act or another law, but not both.
- S. 42Section 42 mandates tramway operators to compensate for deaths or injuries on their system, except in specific circumstances like suicide or self-inflicted harm.
- S. 43Section 43 allows injured persons or their dependents, or authorized agents, to apply to the Claims Commissioner for compensation after a tram accident.
- S. 44Section 44 penalizes intoxication, nuisance, interference, smoking, and indecency on tramway premises with fines and removal.
- S. 45Section penalizes taking offensive material on tramways with fines and liability for damages.
- S. 46Section penalizes taking dangerous materials on tramways in Telangana, with imprisonment, fines, and liability for damages.
- S. 47Section 47 prohibits demonstrations and unauthorized postings on tramways and imposes fines for violations.
- S. 48Section penalizes passengers for unsafe behavior on tramways, imposing fines and removal by officials.
- S. 49Section penalizes unauthorized entry or remaining on tramway premises and walking on tramway tracks with imprisonment or fines.
- S. 50Section penalizes tramway officials for endangering passenger safety through rash acts, negligence, or disobeying employment rules.
- S. 51Section penalizes tramway officials for abandoning duty before reaching destination without proper handover.
- S. 52Section penalizes obstructing tramway systems with imprisonment, fines, or both.
- S. 53Section penalizes willful obstruction of authorized personnel in tramway duties with up to one year imprisonment or a fine.
- S. 54Section penalizes passengers for traveling without a proper pass or ticket or beyond authorized limits, with a fine of ₹100.
- S. 55Section penalizes misuse of tramway safety equipment or communication devices with fines up to ₹10,000.
- S. 56Section penalizes tampering with tram passes or tickets with up to six months imprisonment or a fine of up to ten thousand rupees.
- S. 57Section penalizes defacing or damaging tramway operator's boards, documents, or rolling stock with fines up to ₹10,000.
- S. 58Section penalizes unauthorized sale of items in tram premises with a fine of ₹5,000.
- S. 59Section penalizes acts of sabotage or tampering with tramway systems, with severe penalties including life imprisonment or death.
- S. 60Section penalizes unauthorized sale of tram tickets with imprisonment, fine, or both.
- S. 61Section penalizes anyone who unlawfully endangers tramway safety or damages the system with up to ten years imprisonment.
- S. 62Section penalizes rash or negligent actions endangering tramway travelers or system with up to one year imprisonment or fine.
- S. 63Section 63 penalizes damaging tramway system properties with up to ten years imprisonment.
- S. 64Section penalizes endangering tramway safety or obstructing tram operations with up to seven years imprisonment, with minimum six months for first offense and two years for subsequent ones.
- S. 65Section penalizes false claims for compensation under Chapter VIII with imprisonment or fine.
- S. 66Section 66 holds company officers liable for offenses committed by the company, unless they prove lack of knowledge or due diligence.
- S. 67Section 67 allows police officers to arrest offenders without a warrant and must produce them before a Magistrate within 24 hours.
- S. 68(1) No person suffering from infectious or contagious diseases as may be prescribed, shall travel by the tramway syste
- S. 69Section 69 protects officials and the government from legal actions for actions taken in good faith under the Act.
- S. 70Section 70 deems tramway employees and contractors acting under this Act as public servants under the Indian Penal Code.
- S. 71Section 71 allows magistrates to order police to seize and deliver a tramway official's property to the operator if the official refuses to return it.
- S. 72Section 72 allows tramway operator records to be used as evidence and presumes their accuracy unless disproven.
- S. 73Section 73 specifies how notices and documents must be served on the tramway operator.
- S. 74Section 74 outlines methods for serving notices and documents on the tramway operator under the Telangana Municipal Tramways Act, 2008.
- S. 75Section 75 allows the tramway operator to authorize officials or others to represent it in legal proceedings.
- S. 76Section 76 allows the tramway operator to hire or subcontract security staff for the tramway system and its alignment.
- S. 77Section 77 exempts tramway operators from paying taxes to local authorities but allows them to contract for utilities and services.
- S. 78Section 78 allows the State Government to delegate its powers under the Act to authorized officers or authorities, except for specific sections.
- S. 79The State Government can resolve difficulties in implementing the Act, but only within two years of its commencement, and must present any such order to the State Legislature.
- S. 80Section 80 ensures the primacy of this Act over any conflicting laws or instruments.
- S. 81(1) The Government may, by notification, make rules for carrying out the purposes of this Act
- S. 82Section 82 allows the tramway operator to create regulations to manage operational matters consistent with the Act.
- S. 83Section 83 transfers all assets and liabilities of Metro Rail Limited to the State Government after the concession period ends.
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