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Assam Irrigation Water Users Act, 2004 (Act No. 5 of 2005).

Country
Type of law
Legislation
Source

Abstract
This Act, consisting of 43 sections divided into seven Chapters, provides for farmers' participation in the management of irrigation systems within the State of Assam. Furthermore, the Act lays down the penalties for contravention of the provisions of the Act. Chapter 2 specifies the Farmers' Organisation requirements, establishing that the District Collector may by notification delineate every command area under each of the irrigation system on a hydraulic basis. In addition, the Government may constitute an Apex Committee with related and selected members.
Long title of text
An Act to provide for farmers' participation in the management of irrigation systems and for matters connected therewith or incidental thereto.
Date of text
Repealed
No
Source language

English

Legislation Amendment
No