(1) A licensee may, from time to time but subject always to the terms and conditions of his licence, within his area of supply or transmission or when permitted by the terms of his licence to lay down or place electric supply lines without the area of supply, without that area—
(a) open and break up the soil and pavement of any street, railway or tramway;
(b) open and break up any sewer, drain or tunnel in or under any street, railway or tramway;
(c) alter the position of any line or works or pipes, other than a main sewer pipe, beneath that street, railway or tramway;
(d) lay down and place electric lines, electrical plant and other works;
(e) repair, alter or remove the same;
(f) do all other acts necessary for transmission or supply of electricity.
Legal Commentary & Landmark Judgments: Section 67
Section 67 of the Act regulates the opening up of streets, railways, and tramways by licensees for laying electric lines, pipes, and associated works, providing compensation for all damages caused thereby.
When municipal or highway authorities refuse trenching permissions or demand unreasonable road restoration fees, file a petition before the State Commission or designated District Magistrate under Section 67 rules to secure execution clearance.