The notification issued by the Government of the National Capital Territory of Delhi grants the Commissioner of Police, Delhi, the powers of a detaining authority under the National Security Act (NSA), 1980.
This authorization is effective for the period from April 19, 2023, to July 18, 2023.
Key Changes
Commissioner of Police, Delhi, is authorized to exercise the powers of a detaining authority under Section 3(2) of the National Security Act, 1980.
The authorization is valid for a specific period: April 19, 2023 to July 18, 2023 (inclusive).
Impact Analysis
Impact on Delhi Police
Potential for increased workload for legal and administrative departments within the Delhi Police due to detention-related procedures.
Impact on Individuals and Public
The government may perceive this as a measure to enhance national security and maintain public order.
Suggested Action Items
Communicate clearly with the public regarding the scope and limitations of these powers to address potential concerns.
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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भाग IV
PART IV
राष्ट्रीय रािधानी राज्य क्षत्रे दिल्ली सरकार
GOVERNMENT OF THE NATIONAL CAPITAL TERRITORY OF DELHI
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HOME (POLICE-II) DEPARTMENT
NOTIFICATION
Delhi, the 29th March, 2023
F. No. 2/1/88/HP-II/Pt.-I/1126-1129.—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 19/04/2023 to 18/07/2023 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. (Home-II)
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