The 2Telangana Public Safety (Measures) Enforcement Act, 2013
The 2Telangana Public Safety (Measures) Enforcement Act, 2013
The Telangana Public Safety Enforcement Act mandates that owners and managers of public establishments expecting crowds of one hundred or more people, such as commercial malls, hospitals, and educational institutions, must install and maintain security systems. This requires access controls and video cameras at all entry, exit, and parking areas, storing recorded footage for thirty days. It matters because it enhances public security by making surveillance compulsory. Local police can inspect these public venues without prior notice. Businesses that fail to comply face fines or temporary closure, ensuring that safety is actively prioritized in all municipal and heavily frequented spaces.
- 1. Short title, extent and commencement.
- 2. Definitions.
- 3. Liability to provide Public Safety Measures.
- 4. Liability for filing periodical returns.
- 5. Powers of Inspectors of Police to inspect premises.
- 6. Failure to provide Public Safety Measures.
- 7. Protection of action taken in good faith.
- 8. Savings.
- 9. Power to make rules.
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