**Executive Summary**
This document from the Tamil Nadu Government Gazette, dated November 29, 2017, contains notifications related to electricity transmission and university matters. It includes notifications by Quasi-Government bodies and Public Sector Undertakings and Heads of Departments. The public has two months from the date of publication to raise objections.
**Key Points / Main Content**
*Electricity Transmission*
* **Power Line Construction:** Approval has been granted for new power line construction and substation installations in multiple districts, including Madurai, Dindigul, Ramanathapuram, Sivaganga, Theni, Nagercoil, Tirunelveli, Tuticorin, and Virudhunagar.
* **Substation and Line Details:** The document outlines details regarding new substations and power lines, specifying voltages (230 kV, 110/22 kV, 33/11 kV), construction types (GIS, double-circuit), conductor types (Moose, Zebra, Panther), and length in kilometers.
* **Project Costs:** Estimated costs are provided for each project.
* **Objection Process:** Any objections or grievances related to the high-voltage power line routes must be submitted to the Supervising Engineer, General Construction Circle within two months from the publication date of the notification, in accordance with the Electricity Act of 2003.
*University Authorities*
* **Academic Council Election:** Dr. K. Tamil Selvam has been unanimously elected to the Academic Council of the University of Madras by the Senate.
* **Term of Service:** Dr. Selvam's term is for three years, from October 6, 2017, to October 5, 2020, or until their membership in the Senate ceases, whichever is earlier.
**Impact Analysis**
**Stakeholder: General Public**
* **Impact:** The general public is affected by the power line construction projects and has the opportunity to raise objections to the proposed routes. They also benefit from the improved electricity infrastructure.
* **Action Required:** Submit any objections to the Supervising Engineer within two months of publication (November 29, 2017).
**Stakeholder: Tamil Nadu Electricity Board (TNEB)**
* **Impact:** TNEB is responsible for implementing the approved power line construction projects.
* **Action Required:** Execute the power line construction and substation installation projects as approved. Address any objections raised by the public.
**Stakeholder: University of Madras**
* **Impact:** The University's Academic Council gains a new member.
* **Action Required:** Integrate Dr. K. Tamil Selvam into the Academic Council.
Key Entities Referenced
Tamil Nadu Electricity Board: The state electricity board of Tamil Nadu, responsible for commissioning new substations and power lines.
Electricity Act, 2003: Indian legislation that empowers the Tamil Nadu Electricity Board.
Tamil Nadu Government Gazette: Official publication where government notifications are published.
Chennai: Location where this gazette is published