Power to enter for inspection

The Highway Authority shall have the power to enter any premises for the purpose of inspection of the highway or related activities. Subject to the provisions of Section 300 of the Indian Penal Code, 1860, the Highway Authority or any other person authorised by it in this behalf may, in the discharge of the duties and functions conferred upon it by or under this Act, do all acts and things as may be necessary for the working of the provisions of this Act. Every Police Officer shall forthwith furnish information to the nearest Highway Authority, or the nearest Officer subordinate to the Highway Authority of any offence coming to his knowledge which has been committed against this Act or any rule made thereunder and shall be bound to assist the Highway Authority and its Officers and employees in the exercise of their lawful authority.