(1)

Without prejudice to any other powers exercisable by him, the General Manager may for the purpose of inspecting or repairing or executing any work upon or in connection with the [Brihan Mumbai Electric Supply and Transport Undertaking] [These words were substituted by Maharashtra 25 of 1996, (w.e.f. 4.9.1996).]-

(a) enter upon and pass through any land within or without the city in whomsoever such land vests;

(b) convey into and through any such land all necessary materials, tools and implements.

(2)

In the exercise of the powers conferred by sub-section (1) as little damage as the circumstances permit shall be done and compensation for any damage so done shall be paid by the General Manager.