In every case where any such person as is mentioned in
section 79 and as not on active duty, remains in such custody for a longer period than eight days, without
his trial by an Assam Rifles Court being ordered to be convened, a special report giving reasons for the
delay shall be made by his Commandant in the manner prescribed, and a similar report shall be forwarded
at intervals of every eight days until an Assam Rifles Court is convened or such person is released from
custody.