The Government of Bihar on July 06, 2026, issued the Bihar Outdoor Advertising Rules, 2026.
The rules shall come into force on July 06, 2026.
The following has been stated:
• The rules aim to establish a comprehensive framework for regulating outdoor advertisements throughout the State. The Rules govern the installation, display, maintenance, renewal, and removal of outdoor advertising structures such as hoardings, billboards, signboards, and digital displays.
• They prescribe the procedure for obtaining permissions, applicable fees, and compliance with structural and safety standards. The Rules also specify permissible and restricted locations for advertisements to protect public safety, traffic movement, and urban aesthetics.
• Local authorities have been empowered to monitor compliance, inspect advertisement sites, and remove unauthorized or unsafe structures. The Rules further provide for penalties and enforcement measures in case of violations.
The detailed notification is attached below.
[Notification no. - A.I.S.No.-CC(03)-06/2026-254 / I.S.J.S.V.]
