If, any existing well, within the area of influence, in the notified and non-notified areas or in the notified area other than an area of influence, is found to be adversely affecting any Public Drinking Water Source, the District Authority may, after ascertaining the views of the Watershed Water Resources Committee and Panchayat, and on the technical advice of the Groundwater Surveys and Development Agency, notwithstanding anything contained in any other law for the time being in force having regard to the quantum and pattern of rainfall and any other relevant factors, and after giving its owner a reasonable opportunity of being heard, by an order, prohibit the extraction of water from such well for a reasonable period, in the manner as may be prescribed.
Section 22: Prohibition of extraction of water from existing well for a certain period.
The Maharashtra Groundwater (Development and Management) Act, 2009.State Act of Maharashtra · Act 26 of 2013
Where this provision sits
| Act | The Maharashtra Groundwater (Development and Management) Act, 2009. |
|---|---|
| Section | 22 |
| Marginal note | Prohibition of extraction of water from existing well for a certain period. |
| Jurisdiction | State of Maharashtra |
| Status | In force as published by the source |
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