Delegation of powers and duties of District Magistrates

Notwithstanding anything contained in the Code of Criminal Procedure, 1973 (No. 2 of 1974), the State Government may, by order, direct that any power conferred upon the District Magistrate under this Act or any duty imposed upon him shall be exercised or performed by such Additional District Magistrate or Sub-Divisional Magistrate and for such areas as may be specified in the order.