Section 7: Powers and functions of the Rehabilitation Officer

In addition to the powers and functions prescribed under the Act, the Rehabilitation Officer shall have the following powers and functions, namely:- (i) To ensure effective implementation of the Act at district level or city levels; (ii) To co-ordinate with all Government Departments to build inter-sectoral linkages on beggars or indigents protection and rehabilitation; (iii) To supervise and monitor all Rehabilitation Homes in the district; (iv) To co-ordinate with NGO’s and citizens of the district to ensure effective rehabilitation of beggars & indigents; and (v) To perform such other duties as assigned by the Commissioner, from time to time. (2) The Rehabilitation Officer shall submit to the Commissioner a quarterly report on the progress of all activities undertaken in the Rehabilitation Homes of the district.