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The Khammam (Metropolitan Area) Police Act, 2016

The Khammam (Metropolitan Area) Police Act, 2016

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This Act establishes a dedicated police commissionerate for the Khammam Metropolitan Area, replacing the previous district police system in that region. It provides a legal framework for organizing the police force, appointing a Commissioner of Police, and creating positions for Deputy and Assistant Commissioners. The legislation grants the State Government authority to manage the police force, set headquarters, and adjust the area's boundaries. By creating a specialized metropolitan police structure, the Act aims to improve law enforcement efficiency and administration specifically within the Khammam urban limits.

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  1. 1. Short title, extent and commencement.
  2. 2. Definitions.
  3. 3. Establishment of Khammam Police Commissionerate for the Metropolitan Area of Khammam.
  4. 4. Organisation of Police.
  5. 5. Appointment and removal of Police Commissioner.
  6. 6. Appointment of Deputy Commissioner and Assistant Commissioner.
  7. 7. Application of the provisions of the Hyderabad City Police Act, 1348 F.
  8. 8. Power to remove difficulty.
  9. 9. Power to give directions.
  10. 10. Power to make rules.
  11. 11. Amendment of Act X of 1329 Fasli.

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