Section 163 of the Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita (BNSS), 2023

 Section 163 of the Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita (BNSS), 2023 is essentially the updated version of old Section 144 CrPC, which allows the Executive Magistrate to issue urgent orders to prevent danger to public peace, safety, or health.

✅ Who can issue the order?

• District Magistrate

• Sub-Divisional Magistrate

• Any Executive Magistrate specially empowered by the state

✅ Why can they issue it?

• To prevent obstruction, annoyance, injury

• To prevent danger to life, health, or safety

• To avoid disturbance of public tranquility

• To stop riots or affrays

✅ How long does the order last?

• Initially: up to 2 months

• Extendable by the State Government: up to 6 more months if necessary

✅ What kind of orders?

• Directing someone to abstain from certain acts

• Directing someone to manage/control certain property in their charge