Section 64 in The Inland Steam Vessels (Madhya Pradesh) Rules, 1962
64.
Steam or motor vessels plying for hire with passengers shall be provided with life buoys which shall be kept in a convenient place ready for instant use, as under :-One Life buoy-for vessel of over 40 feet in length and under.Two Life buoys-for vessel of over 40 feet in length and under 60 feet.Four Life buoys-for vessel of 60 feet in length.Each life buoy must be of 30 inches external diameter with a buoyancy of 32 lbs. for 24 hours.
