Section 432 of IPC : Section 432: Mischief by causing inundation or obstruction to public drainage attended with damage

Explanation using Example

Example 1:

Ravi, a farmer in a small village, decides to build a small dam on a stream that flows through his property to create a pond for his personal use. He does this without any permission from the local authorities. The stream is a crucial part of the village's drainage system, especially during the monsoon season. Due to Ravi's dam, the water flow is obstructed, causing the nearby fields to flood and damaging the crops of several other farmers. Ravi's actions can be considered as mischief causing inundation or obstruction to public drainage, and he can be punished under Section 432 of the Indian Penal Code.

Example 2:

In a busy urban area, a construction company dumps a large amount of debris and construction waste into a public drainage canal to save on disposal costs. This blockage causes the drainage system to fail during heavy rains, leading to severe waterlogging in the surrounding residential areas. The waterlogging damages homes, vehicles, and public infrastructure. The construction company's actions can be prosecuted under Section 432 of the Indian Penal Code for causing obstruction to public drainage attended with damage.