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Jharkhand High Court Orders Advert Boards on Road Dividers to Stand Minimum 12 Feet Above Road
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🗓 14 Aug 2026, 04:33 PM
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The Jharkhand High Court has mandated that all advertisement boards placed on road dividers must be positioned at least 12 feet above the road surface to enhance safety.
The Jharkhand High Court today issued a directive requiring all advertisement boards mounted on road dividers to be positioned at least 12 feet above the road surface. The ruling, aimed at improving traffic safety, follows concerns that lower‑lying signs can obstruct drivers’ view and increase the risk of accidents.
Under the order, state road authorities and transport departments must inspect existing boards and ensure compliance with the new height requirement. Failure to meet the standard could lead to penalties and removal of the boards.
The court emphasized that the height regulation is a preventive measure, particularly on busy highways where visibility is critical. It also directed relevant agencies to develop guidelines for the installation and maintenance of such boards within the stipulated height.
The decision is expected to prompt a review of current advertising practices along Jharkhand’s major roadways, potentially setting a precedent for other states to adopt similar safety standards.
Under the order, state road authorities and transport departments must inspect existing boards and ensure compliance with the new height requirement. Failure to meet the standard could lead to penalties and removal of the boards.
The court emphasized that the height regulation is a preventive measure, particularly on busy highways where visibility is critical. It also directed relevant agencies to develop guidelines for the installation and maintenance of such boards within the stipulated height.
The decision is expected to prompt a review of current advertising practices along Jharkhand’s major roadways, potentially setting a precedent for other states to adopt similar safety standards.