Dam Safety Act, 2021 – ss.8 and 9 – Mullaperiyar Dam – Interim arrangement until “regular National Dam Safety Authority (NDSA)” under the 2021 Act becomes fully functional – For purposes of surveillance, inspection, operation and maintenance of dams such as Mullaperiyar Dam, the responsibility is fastened upon the National Dam Safety Authority (NDSA) established u/s.8 of the 2021 Act – Functions of the Authority so established have been spelt out in s.9 of the 2021 Act –Establishment of a regular structure in the form of NDSA with all essential organisational and logistical facilities at its disposal is however likely to take some more time – Until the regular NDSA becomes functional, the Supervisory Committee, as reconstituted in terms of this order, shall be accountable for all matters relating to safety of the Dam including referred to in the 2021 Act and discharge the functions of NDSA specified in s.9 of the 2021 Act – The competent authority may take appropriate steps to ensure that the regular NDSA under the 2021 Act is established at the earliest.
State of Tamil Nadu v. State of Kerala & Anr, (2014) 12 SCC 696 : [2014] 12 SCR 875 – referred to.
As published in the Supreme Court Reports, Supreme Court of India. Text from the Indian Supreme Court Judgments open data set (Dattam Labs), CC BY 4.0.
This page is for informational and research purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. Consult a qualified advocate for advice specific to your situation.