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Time of India
a day ago
- Time of India
KSEB issues public advisory against illegal electric fencing
1 2 3 4 T'puram: KSEB has issued a public advisory against unauthorised electric fencing installations. Over the past two years, electric shock from such fences claimed 24 lives, including two children, across the state. KSEB officials claim that these incidents typically occur due to illegal power tapping from KSEB lines or through unauthorised diversion of domestic power connections to fences. For installing electric fences against wildlife intrusion and crop protection, one must obtain specific approval from the Electrical Inspectorate. Direct or indirect power connection from KSEB lines to electric fences is strictly prohibited. The only permissible equipment are battery-operated electric fence energisers with impulse generators that comply with standard IS 302-2-76 (1999) Section 76 Part 2. The Electricity Act of 2003, Section 14, Article 135 (1) (e) classifies unauthorised use of electricity for fencing as illegal, carrying penalties of up to three years' imprisonment, monetary fines, or both. "Public vigilance is essential to prevent such hazardous violations. Any observed electricity misuse should be reported to the local KSEB section office or the emergency contact 9496010101. This number should be used exclusively for emergencies," KSEB authorities said.
The Hindu
2 days ago
- The Hindu
Permission from Electrical Inspectorate must for installing electric fences, says KSEB
Permission from the Electrical Inspectorate is mandatory for installing electric fences meant to keep out wild animals and protect farm lands, the Kerala State Electricity Board (KSEB) said on Friday. In the past two years alone, 24 people have died of electrocution from electric fences, the KSEB observed. In the latest incident, an illegal electric trap set for wild boars at Vazhikkadavu, Malappuram, claimed the life of a 15-year-old school boy and injured two others. 'In many instances, the accidents are caused by fences illegally powered from KSEB distribution lines or from domestic connections, the power utility said. Such practices are expressly prohibited. Only battery-powered electric fence energisers equipped with impulse generators as laid down under Section 76 (Part 2) of the Standard IS 302-2-76 (1999) can be used, the KSEB said. Illegal drawing of electricity for electric fencing is punishable under the Electricity Act, 2003, it added. The KSEB has also urged the public to alert the nearest Section Office or the dial 9496010101 about misuse of electricity.
The Hindu
4 days ago
- Business
- The Hindu
Coal linkage: KSERC nod for changes in bidding papers
The Kerala State Electricity Board (KSEB) will now be able to go ahead with the bidding process for procuring 500 megawatts (MW) round-the-clock (RTC) power using coal allocated under the Scheme for Harnessing and Allocating Koyala Transparently in India (SHAKTI). The Kerala State Electricity Regulatory Commission (KSERC) has approved a set of deviations proposed by the KSEB in the model bidding documents issued by the Union Power Ministry related to the request for qualification, request for proposal, and the power supply agreement. The Centre had allocated the coal linkage to Kerala under Part B (iv) of the Union Coal Ministry's SHAKTI scheme last year. Para B (iv) of the scheme provides for the allocation of coal linkages for fresh power purchase agreements to States. Kerala has been allocated coal from the IB Field and Talcher Field of Coal India-subsidiary MCL Coal Company. Earlier this year, the State government had given its nod for appointing Central PSU PFC Consulting Ltd (PFCCL) as the transactional advisor for the long-term procurement of power for a 25 years. Major deviations proposed by the KSEB were related to the delivery point of power, minimum capacity, payment security mechanism, fuel supply agreement and calculation of fixed charges.
The Hindu
5 days ago
- Politics
- The Hindu
Corporation to ask CSML to address issues with LED lights
Mayor M. Anilkumar has promised to address issues with LED lights by bringing complaints raised by the councillors to the notice of Cochin Smart Mission Limited (CSML). He was responding to complaints at the Kochi Corporation Council meeting on Tuesday. Admitting to problems with LED lights, Mr. Anilkumar said lights developing snags during the monsoon was common. The councillors complained that CSML had not taken any steps for maintenance, though the relocated LED lights had been facing problems from day one. LED lights have been installed along the national highway and the North overbridge. The Mayor said a meeting was once convened with CSML chief executive officer and the deputy chief engineer to discuss the issue. He said he would write to CSML asking to address the problem. CSML had given a contract to a company for ₹40 crore to relocate the lights. The councillors accused CSML of not completing the relocation of the lights yet. When the lights turn dysfunctional, the KSEB blames it on CSML, which in turn puts the onus on the KSEB. Besides, the Corporation has given separate contract for the maintenance of the lights. However, the contractor claims that the maintenance of the lights within the guarantee period is not his responsibility, they said. The councillors rued how they were being forced to approach various agencies to get lights in their wards repaired. Street lights remain the responsibility of the Corporation though they are now forced to run from pillar to post to offer that service, the councillors said. Property tax Mr. Anilkumar said that, except for a few, almost all had paid property tax, thanks to K-Smart. Those receiving notice for the first time need to pay the dues for three years alone. However, those who have failed to pay tax despite being repeatedly served notices should clear the full dues with penal interest, he added. The Mayor was responding to allegations by the Opposition councillors of discrimination in property tax collection. The opposition councillors cited how 146 persons had secured a verdict limiting the collection of tax dues to three years since the increase in tax in 2016, while that benefit was being denied to those who could not afford to approach the court.
Time of India
5 days ago
- General
- Time of India
KSEB halts building construction near high-tension line
T'puram: Kerala State Electricity Board (KSEB) directed Karakulam Service Cooperative Bank and builders concerned to immediately halt unauthorised construction activities near a 220kV extra high tension (EHT) power line in Karakulam, citing violations of electrical safety regulations and risks to public safety. Following a complaint filed by Environmental Protection and Research Council, KSEB officials from the transmission division conducted a site inspection on June 6. The inspection revealed that Karakulam Service Cooperative Bank was constructing a convention centre near Karakulam Bridge Junction on the way to Kachani. The site was located directly beneath the right of way (RoW) of the 220kV Pothencode–Kattakada line, between tower locations 61 and 62. According to the Central Electricity Authority Regulations, 2023, Section 63 explicitly prohibits construction directly under high-tension power lines. Furthermore, any such construction within the RoW requires prior approval from the electrical inspectorate. KSEB formally directed the bank and the builders to halt construction activities until the necessary permissions are secured. The assistant executive engineer (in charge) clarified that failure to comply with the directive would place full legal and safety responsibility on the party undertaking the construction. Any damage or loss resulting from continuing the work in violation of the safety norms would solely be the responsibility of the party concerned. The board also directed the authorities to submit all required documents for review by the electrical inspectorate before any further activity is resumed.
