Extension of period of order

Where the order passed under section 6 is for less than six months then the District Magistrate may, after giving, except where for reasons to be recorded in writing is satisfied that it is impracticable so to do, to the person concerned an opportunity of making a representation in that behalf, extend from time to time, in the interest of the general public, the period specified in the order made under section 6, but the period so extended shall in no case exceed six months in the aggregate and after the expiry of six months the order shall automatically lapse.