Bare Act

The Himachal Pradesh Open Places (Prevention of Disfigurement) Act, 1985

This law regulates advertisements placed on any public or private property visible to the public in Himachal Pradesh. It requires anyone who wants to put up signs, notices, or displays to get written permission from the local authority first. Violating this rule is a punishable offence, carrying a maximum penalty of three months in jail or a fine of up to one thousand rupees, or both. The law specifically targets unauthorised disfigurement of open spaces. However, it does not apply to certain types of advertisements related to specific businesses, railway stations, or property owners' names. The burden of proof lies with the accused to show they had the necessary permission.

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