Section 290 of BNS : Section 290: Negligent conduct with respect to pulling down, repairing or constructing buildings, etc.

Explanation using Example

Example 1:

Ramesh is a contractor hired to demolish an old building in a busy market area in Mumbai. While pulling down the building, Ramesh fails to put up safety barriers and warning signs around the demolition site. As a result, a part of the building collapses onto the street, injuring several pedestrians. Under Section 290 of The Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita 2023, Ramesh can be held liable for negligent conduct and may face imprisonment for up to six months, a fine of up to five thousand rupees, or both.

Example 2:

Sunita is a builder overseeing the construction of a new apartment complex in Delhi. During the construction, she neglects to secure the scaffolding properly. One day, the scaffolding collapses, causing serious injuries to several workers on the site. Sunita's failure to take adequate safety measures constitutes negligent conduct under Section 290 of The Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita 2023. She could be punished with imprisonment for up to six months, a fine of up to five thousand rupees, or both.