Date: 2018-02-28Category: Not ApplicableState: Tamil NaduCountry: India
TAMIL NADU POLLUTION CONTROL BOARD, CHENNAI - Amendments to the Tamil Nadu Pollution Control Board General Subordinate Service Regulations in Part II of the Tamil Nadu Pollution Control Board Revised Service Regulations, 2010
**Executive Summary**
This document from the Tamil Nadu Government Gazette, dated March 1, 2017, notifies the public about the energization of overhead equipment (OHE) on a newly laid track of the Southern Railway. The section is part of the doubling between Manaparai and Tamaraipadi stations. The notification includes warnings to road users about height restrictions due to the new electrical traction system.
**Key Points / Main Content**
* **Energization of Overhead Equipment (OHE)**
* The OHE is energized on the newly laid track as part of doubling between Manaparai and Tamaraipadi Stations.
* The energized section spans from OHE Mast Location No. 377/13 (km/ch: 377/189.00) to OHE Mast Location No. 423/30 (km/ch: 423/923.30).
* The system operates at 25KV, 50 Hz, AC single-phase.
* The energized section is located in the Manaparai - Dindigul Section within the Madurai Division of Southern Railway.
* The date for energization is specified as 01-12-2016.
* **Public Safety Warning**
* The overhead traction line is considered "LIVE" at all times after the specified date.
* Unauthorized personnel are prohibited from approaching or working near the overhead line.
* **Warning to Road Users**
* Height gauges have been installed at all level crossings along the Manaparai - Dindigul Junction Section.
* The clear height at level crossings is 4.67 meters above road level.
* Road users must ensure that vehicle loads do not exceed the specified height to avoid contact with live traction wires.
* Dangers of excessive height loads include:
* Damage to height gauges, obstructing the road and railway line.
* Damage to materials or the vehicle itself.
* Risk of fire due to contact with conductors.
**Impact Analysis**
**Railway Users**
*Impact:*
The energized OHE system affects railway operations and safety in the specified section of the Southern Railway.
*Action Required:*
Ensure adherence to safety protocols and awareness of the "LIVE" overhead traction line.
**Road Users**
*Impact:*
Road users, especially those operating vehicles with high loads, are affected by the height restrictions at level crossings.
*Action Required:*
Observe the specified height limit of 4.67 meters at level crossings to prevent accidents and damage.
**Local Communities**
*Impact:*
Potentially impacted due to safety regulations and warnings associated with the electrical system.
*Action Required:*
Be aware of safety protocols. Avoid trespassing near railways.
Key Entities Referenced
Indian Railways: The railway operator undertaking energization work.
Southern Railway: A zonal railway of Indian Railways in Chennai, executing the energization project.
Tamil Nadu Government Gazette: Official state government publication carrying notifications.
Chennai: Location of Southern Railway headquarters and place of publication.
Manaparai - Dindigul Section: The railway section where overhead equipment is being energized.