Penalty for obstructing contractor or removing mark

Whoever :- (a) obstructs or assaults any person with whom the Authority has entered into a contract for the execution of any Plan or Scheme or anything connected therewith or incidental thereto, or for doing anything which he is empowered or required to do under this Act, or (b) removes any mark set up for the purpose of indicating any level or direction necessary in the execution of works authorised under this Act, shall be punishable with simple imprisonment for a term which may extend to two months or with fine which may extend to Rs. 500/- or with both.