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Administration in Rudra Prayag

Administration in Rudra Prayag

Rudra Prayag is the administrative headquarters of Rudraprayag District in the state of Uttarakhand. Consequently, the offices of the district administration as well as the District Court are located in this town. In addition, it also has a Municipal Board (NPP) to take care of the civic necessities.

Municipal Board in Rudra Prayag

The administrative jurisdiction of Rudra Prayag Municipal Board is spread over an area of ten square kilometers. This area has been divided into 9 wards, each of which is represented by elected councilors. They function under the aegis of a Chairman, selected from among them.

In addition to these elected members, the Board also has an Executive Officer, appointed by the State Government. In case of necessity, one may contact him at 01364-233212.

Civil Administration at Rudra Prayag

Civil Administration in Rudra Prayag

Since Rudraprayag is the district headquarters all important administrative offices at the district level are located in this town. Among them, the District Collector, who also acts as the District Magistrate, is the senior-most administrative officer in the town. He acts as the link between the residents and the State Government. More importantly, he is responsible for the safety and welfare of the people living under his jurisdiction. In case of any man made or natural disaster, he is expected to take the first step.

Contact Details of District Collector, Rudraprayag

In case of any necessity you may contact him at the following numbers:

Collector & DM

Office Phone No: 01364-233300 / 233376
Residential Phone No: 01364-233281
Fax: 01364-233380
Email Id: dm-rud-ua@nic.in

SDM, Rudra Prayag

However, the DC is aided in his work by a number of subordinate officers. Among them Sub Divisional Magistrate, Rudra Prayag is of prime importance. It is his duty to remain in close contact with the people and learn about their aspirations and problems. He is then requited to convey the same to the DC. If you need to contact him you can do so at 01364-233279.

Chief Development Officer in Rudraprayag

Chief Development Officer is another important administrative officer in Rudraprayag. To contact him, you may call at the following numbers:

Office Phone Numbers:
01364-233189
Fax No: 01364-233711
Residential Phone No: 01364-233158

Disaster Management Officer, Rudra Prayag

Like many other parts of the Himalayas, Rudraprayag is prone to different kinds of natural disasters like floods and landslides. Although the District Controller is directly responsible for such situations the town also has a Disaster Management Officer, especially responsible for it. In case you find yourself in the middle of any natural or manmade disaster you may contact him at 01364-233727.

Judiciary in Rudraprayag


Judiciary in Rudra Prayag
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In general, courts are established in the district by the State Government in consultation with the High Court. In doing so different factors such as topography of the area, population distribution of the district, number of cases etc, are taken into account. Rudraprayag has a three tier judicial system; the District and Session Court, being the highest among them.

Courts in Rudraprayag

Since Rudraprayag is the district headquarters the District and Session Court is located in the town. Apart from that, the town has five other subordinate courts. They are as follows:
  1. Court of Additional District & Sessions Judge
  2. Court of Civil Judge (Senior Division)
  3. Court of Civil Judge (Junior Division)
  4. Court of Chief Judicial Magistrate
  5. Court of Judicial Magistrate

There is a Court of Civil Judge (Jr. Div) at Ukhimath.

Juvenile Justice Board in Rudra Prayag

According to Juvenile Justice (Care and Protection of Children) Act 2000 (Amended in 2006), children below eighteen years cannot be produced before regular courts. The law requires them to be produced before the Juvenile Justice Board.

The Juvenile Justice Board in Rudraprayag consists of a Judicial Magistrate of 1st class and two social workers. It is a child friendly platform where children charged with crimes are offered counseling so that they can understand their mistakes. The Board is expected to resolve the cases by four months. It is also empowered to release the children on bail.

Police Station in Rudra Prayag

Police in Rudraprayag

The Police Station in Rudraprayag is located on NH 58. It functions under a Station Officer posted there. In case of any necessity you may either visit it in person or call at 01364-233208.

Superintendent of Police in Rudra Prayag

However, the Superintendent of Police (SP) is senior-most police officer in Rudraprayag and the force functions under his aegis. His contact numbers are as follows:
Office Phone No: 01364-233387
Residential Phone No: 01364-233388
Fax No: 233210
Email Id: rpg-police@yahoo.co.in

DSP, Rudraprayag

In addition, if you want to contact the Deputy Superintendent of Police you may do so at the following numbers:
Office Phone No: 01364-233387
Residential Phone No: 01364-233548

Other Important Police Numbers

You may also note down the following numbers; they may come handy in case of emergency:
Police Control Room: 100
Fire Services: 101
Police Line: 01364-233527
Mahila Help Line: 7579408081

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