September 13, 2026

285. Danger or obstruction in public way or line of navigation

Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023 — Chapter XV: Of Offences Affecting the Public Health, Safety, Convenience, Decency and Morals

285. Danger or obstruction in public way or line of navigation

Whoever, by doing any act, or by omitting to take order with any property in his possession or under his charge, causes danger, obstruction or injury to any person in any public way or public line of navigation, shall be punished with fine which may extend to five thousand rupees.