Section 19(1) in The Sakri Canals Irrigation Rules, 1952
(1)If after the supply of water has commenced, the Sub-divisional Canal Officer after personal inspection of a village-channel is satisfied that it is not in a proper state of repair and that in consequence a wastage of water is occurring, he may close the outlet and stop the supply of water for a period not exceeding seven days and shall inform the Lambardar and the Divisional Canal Officer immediately.
