Penalty for tampering with Grama Panchayat's Property

(1) Whoever removes, displaces or makes an alteration in or otherwise interferes with the pavement, gutter or other materials of a Public street, or the fences, walls or posts thereof, or bracket, direction-post, stand-post, hydrant or property of the Grama Sasan without the written sanction of the Grama Panchayat or other lawful authority shall be punishable with fine which may extend to Rs. 10. (2) If through an act, neglect or default, on account whereof a person has incurred a penalty imposed by Sub-Section (1) and has caused any damage to the property of a Grama Sasan such person shall also be liable to make good such damage as well as to pay such penalty, and the damages may be recovered from the offender in accordance with the provisions of this Act.