Andhra Pradesh Water, Land and Trees Rules, 2004.
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These Rules provide for the institution and responsibilities of the related Authority in relation to: the registration of wells and the licence to drill wells; the construction of rain water harvesting structures; the registration of rigs; the prohibition of water contamination, for both surface and groundwater; land use and water quality; the forestation of urban areas, etc. The Authority may take over wells in order to ensure supply of drinking water to local population. Violations of the provisions of these Rules shall be punishable with fines specified in section 26. Attached to these Rules are registration, permission, etc. forms.
Implements: Andhra Pradesh Water, Land and Trees Act, 2002. (2002-04-19)
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