The Anti-Hijacking Act, 2016.

The Anti-Hijacking Act, 2016 is an Indian law that was enacted to provide for the punishment of persons engaging in hijacking or attempting to hijack an aircraft. It defines hijacking as the seizure of an aircraft unlawfully and without the consent of the owner or operator of the aircraft. The Act also covers acts of violence committed against passengers, crew members, or others on board the aircraft, as well as threats to commit such acts. The punishment for hijacking ranges from life imprisonment to the death penalty, depending on the circumstances of the case. The Act also provides for the establishment of a National Anti-Hijacking Authority and specifies the procedures for dealing with hijacked aircraft and persons involved in hijacking.