THE HIMACHAL PRADESH FACTORIES (CONTROL OF DISMANTLING) ACT, 1973
The Himachal Pradesh Factories (Control of Dismantling) Act, 1973
This Act regulates the dismantling of factories in Himachal Pradesh by prohibiting the removal of vital machinery or spare parts without state government permission. It applies to all local factory owners and corporate officers, including small industrial units. The law matters because it prevents unauthorized deindustrialization, protects the local economy, and safeguards employment by ensuring businesses cannot shut down operations without regulatory oversight. Unauthorized dismantling or obstructing inspectors can lead to two years of imprisonment and fines. Ultimately, this legal framework ensures that vital industrial infrastructure remains active and that the state government can successfully monitor all potential industrial shutdowns.
- 0. Preamble
- 1. Short title, extent and commencement
- 2. Definitions.- In this Act, unless the context otherwise requires,-
- 3. Dismantling a factory
- 4. Offences by corporation
- 5. Powers of entry, examination, taking evidence, etc
- 6. Cognizance of offences
- 7. Bar of legal proceedings
- 8. Power to make rules
- 9. Repeal and savings
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