Letting off firework, burning straw, etc., or firing gun in or near a public place.

Except at such times or places as are permitted by the Commissioner of City Police, Hyderabad from time to time, whoever in or near a street or public place,-

(a) sets fire to or burns any rubbish or straw or any other matter, or

(b) lights a bonfire, or

(c) lets off and throws a firework, and

whoever in or within two hundred yards of any street or public place,

(d) wantonly discharges a firearm, or

(e) sends up a rocket or balloon,

shall, if he commits acts under sub-sections (d) or (e), be punished with imprisonment for a term which may extend to eight days or with fine which may extend to fifty rupees, and in other cases be punished with fine which may extend to fifty rupees.