Section 285 of BNS : Section 285: Danger or obstruction in public way or line of navigation.

Explanation using Example

Example 1:

Ravi owns a construction company and is responsible for a building project near a busy public road. He leaves large piles of construction materials and debris on the road without any warning signs or barriers. This causes a major obstruction, leading to several accidents and injuries to pedestrians and motorists. Under Section 285 of The Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita 2023, Ravi can be fined up to five thousand rupees for causing danger and obstruction in a public way.

Example 2:

Sita is a boat owner who frequently uses a popular river route for transporting goods. She negligently leaves her boat anchored in the middle of the navigation line without proper lighting or signals. This causes a collision with another boat, resulting in injuries to the passengers. Under Section 285 of The Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita 2023, Sita can be fined up to five thousand rupees for causing danger and obstruction in a public line of navigation.