The notification issued by the Government of National Capital Territory of Delhi authorizes the Commissioner of Police, Delhi, to exercise the powers of a detaining authority under sub-section (2) of Section 3 of the National Security Act, 1980, in addition to the existing authorities.
This authorization is valid for a specific period.
The Lieutenant Governor of the National Capital Territory of Delhi has approved this authorization.
Key Changes
The Commissioner of Police, Delhi, is granted the power of a detaining authority under the National Security Act, 1980.
This power is effective from January 19, 2024, to April 18, 2024.
The authorization is based on the Lieutenant Governor's satisfaction that it is necessary.
Impact Analysis
Law and Order
Suggested Action: Delhi Police should ensure proper training and adherence to due process while exercising these powers to avoid misuse.
Civil Liberties
Suggested Action: Government should establish oversight mechanisms to ensure transparency and accountability in the use of these powers.
Government and Administration
Suggested Action: Government should monitor the effectiveness of this authorization and assess whether it should be extended or made permanent.
Key Entities Referenced
National Security Act, 1980: A law that provides for preventive detention in certain cases for reasons connected with the security of the state, the maintenance of public order, or the maintenance of supplies and services essential to the community.
Lieutenant Governor of the National Capital Territory of Delhi: The administrative head of the National Capital Territory of Delhi.
Commissioner of Police, Delhi: The head of the Delhi Police, responsible for maintaining law and order in Delhi.
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NOTIFICATION
Delhi, the 3rd January, 2024
F. No. 2/1/88/HP-II/Pt.-I/22-25.—Whereas the Lt. Governor of the National Capital Territory of
Delhi is satisfied that it is necessary to do so;
Now, therefore, in exercise of the powers conferred by sub section (3) of section 3, read with
clause (e) of Section 2 of the National Security Act, 1980, the Lt. Governor of the National Capital
Territory of Delhi is pleased to direct that during the period 19/01/2024 to 18/04/2024 the Commissioner
of Police, Delhi may also exercise the powers of detaining authority under sub section (2) of the section 3
of the aforesaid Act.
By Order and in the Name of the Lt. Governor
of the National Capital Territory of Delhi,
RAJAN BHATNAGAR, Dy. Secy.
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