**Executive Summary**
This document from the Tamil Nadu Government Gazette, dated December 26, 2018, concerns the energization of overhead equipment on the newly laid railway track between Villupuram Junction and Cuddalore Port Junction. It includes public notifications regarding the energization of the overhead traction wires and warnings to road users about height restrictions at level crossings. The overhead traction wires are scheduled to be energized on or after January 31, 2019.
**Key Points / Main Content**
* **Energization of Overhead Equipment:**
* The overhead equipment on the newly laid track between Villupuram Junction and Cuddalore Port Junction Stations will be energized.
* The section includes areas from OHE Mast Location No.164/6A (Km/Ch.164/115.00) to OHE Mast Location No.210/5A (Km/Ch.210/974.00) at Mayiladuturai end and OHE Mast Location No.CUPJ/1056 (Ch.211/280) at Vriddhachalam end.
* The system will operate at 25 kV, 50 Hz, AC single phase.
* **Public Notification Regarding Energization:**
* The 25000 Volt, 50 Hz, AC single phase overhead traction wires will be energized on or after January 31, 2019.
* From this date, the overhead traction line will be treated as "LIVE" at all times.
* Unauthorized persons are prohibited from approaching or working near the overhead line.
* **Warning to Road Users:**
* Height gauges have been erected at all level crossings.
* The clear height at these level crossings is 4.67 meters above road level.
* The purpose is to prevent loads of excessive height from contacting live traction wires.
* Road users must observe the specified height limit and ensure loads do not infringe the height gauges.
* Dangers of excessive height include damage to height gauges, obstruction of roads and railway lines, damage to materials or vehicles, and fire risk.
**Impact Analysis**
**Railway Personnel**
* **Impact:** Must be aware of the energization schedule and treat the overhead traction line as live at all times. Must not approach or work near overhead line without authorization.
* **Action Required:** Follow all safety protocols related to working near energized overhead lines.
**Road Users**
* **Impact:** Must adhere to height restrictions at level crossings due to the energized overhead traction lines.
* **Action Required:** Observe the height gauges and ensure that loads carried by vehicles do not exceed the specified limit of 4.67 meters.
**Public**
* **Impact:** General awareness regarding the presence of high voltage electricity and the associated risks.
* **Action Required:** Avoid unauthorized access to railway lines and premises to prevent accidents from energized overhead traction wires.
Key Entities Referenced
Tamil Nadu: The policy originates from and applies to the state of Tamil Nadu.
Southern Railway: The railway zone where the electrification project is being carried out.
Villupuram Junction - Cuddalore Port Junction Section: The specific railway section where electrification is taking place.
Tiruchirappalli Division: The division of Southern Railway responsible for the railway section.