The Maharashtra (Requisitioning and Control) of Motor Vehicles Act, 1965
The Maharashtra (Requisitioning and Control) of Motor Vehicles Act, 1965
This Act empowers the Government of Maharashtra to temporarily take control of privately owned motor vehicles during emergencies like natural disasters, public order issues, or severe droughts. It applies to all vehicle owners throughout the state who are required to comply with requisition orders issued by authorities. The legislation ensures the administration can secure vital transport for essential services and disaster relief, significantly impacting vehicle operators by temporarily transferring their rights of use. Upon the requisition's conclusion, the vehicle must be returned with compensation paid to the owner based on the vehicle's cost, ensuring fairness during necessary state interventions.
- 1. Short title, extent and commencement.
- 2. Definitions.
- 3. Requisitioning of motor vehicles.
- 4. Release from requisitioning.
- 5. Compensation for requisitioning.
- 6. Payment of compensation.
- 7. Power to require information, etc.
- 8. Penalty for contravention of any order regarding requisitioning.
- 9. Control of motor vehicles.
- 10. Service of orders and notices.
- 11. Delegation of powers and duties of State Government.
- 12. Protection of action taken under this Act.
- 13. Power to make rules.
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