6.1 Unless abrogated earlier, an order of area confinement shall remain valid for a period not exceeding Thirty days from the date of issuance. 12

6.2 Notwithstanding anything contained in Sub-section 6.1, if it is necessary to extend the duration of an order of area confinement issued pursuant to this Act for more than Thirty days, the Local Authority shall forward it in writing to the Ministry of Home Affairs along with reasons and grounds thereof. If the Ministry of Home Affairs deems it reasonable and approves it the said order shall be extended for a period not exceeding Ninety days from the date of issuance.