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1. Which state enacted the Property Damage Recovery Act?
Uttarakhand has enacted the Uttarakhand Public (Government) and Private Property Damage Recovery (Ordinance) Act 2024, a significant piece of legislation aimed at addressing the financial consequences of civil unrest and riots. Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami expressed gratitude for the Governor's approval of this law, which provides a comprehensive framework for compensating damages to both government and private properties. This act also includes provisions for reimbursing expenses incurred by government staff involved in riot control, reflecting a proactive approach to managing the impact of civil disturbances on state resources.