Section 52 of The Goa, Daman and Diu Reorganisation Act, 1987 in hindi
Where any arrangement in regard to the supply of electric power or the supply of water for any area in the districts of Daman and Diu of the existing Union territory or in regard to the execution of any project for such supply from an area included in the State of Goa by the provisions of Part II exists, such arrangement will be continued, unless terminated by agreement, between the State of Goa and the Union in accordance with such terms and conditions as may be mutually agreed upon by the State Government of Goa and the Union within a period of one year from the appointed day, and, where no such agreement is arrived at within such period, the Central Government may give such directions as it deems fit to that State Government or the authority concerned for the continuance, so far as is practicable, of the previous arrangement.
Summary
- This section applies to existing arrangements for supplying electricity or water to Daman and Diu from areas that became part of Goa.
- It also covers active projects for such electricity or water supply.
- These arrangements must continue unless terminated by a mutual agreement.
- Goa and the Union have one year from the appointed day to mutually agree on the terms and conditions of continuance.
- If they fail to agree within one year, the Central Government can issue binding directions to ensure the arrangement continues as far as practicable.
Practical examples
FAQ
1. What types of arrangements are protected under Section 52?
Arrangements for the supply of electric power, the supply of water, or the execution of projects for such supplies to Daman and Diu from Goa.
2. Can Goa unilaterally stop supplying water or electricity to Daman and Diu?
No, the supply arrangement must continue unless it is terminated by a mutual agreement between Goa and the Union.
3. How long do Goa and the Union have to agree on terms and conditions?
They have a period of one year from the appointed day to mutually agree on the terms.
4. What happens if Goa and the Union cannot agree on terms within one year?
The Central Government can step in and issue directions to the Goa government or the relevant authority to continue the supply as far as practicable.
Test yourself
Q1.Under Section 52 of The Goa, Daman and Diu Reorganisation Act, 1987, what is the default status of existing water and electricity supply arrangements?
Q2.Under Section 52 of The Goa, Daman and Diu Reorganisation Act, 1987, what is the time frame for Goa and the Union to agree on the terms and conditions for continuing these supply arrangements?
Q3.If Goa and the Union fail to reach an agreement within the required time under Section 52 of The Goa, Daman and Diu Reorganisation Act, 1987, who has the power to issue directions for the continuance of the supply?
Q4.Under Section 52 of The Goa, Daman and Diu Reorganisation Act, 1987, what standard applies to the directions given by the Central Government if no agreement is reached?