Powers of Board in relation to Water-Power

Powers of Board in relation to Water-Power.-The Board may, with the previous approval of the Government, take such measures as in the opinion of the Board are calculated to advance the development of water-power in the State, and may organise and carry out power and hydrometric survey work and cause to be made such maps, plans, sections and estimates as are necessary for any of the said purposes : Provided that where any such measures relate to a source of water-power already operated upon by a licensee under a licence, the Board shall give the licensee notice of such measures and an opportunity to be heard on any representation he may desire to make in that behalf and may consider such representation.