Uttarakhand Governor approves Public and Private Property Damage Recovery Bill with fines up to Rs 8 lakh for rioters.

Uttarakhand Governor Gurmit Singh has approved the Public and Private Property Damage Recovery Bill, enabling full recovery of damages to public property from rioters and imposing fines up to Rs 8 lakh. Passed by the state assembly, the law aims to deter damage during protests and riots by requiring offenders to cover government expenses for riot control. Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami supports the law, emphasizing strict enforcement to maintain order.

September 20, 2024
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