In a major development, Punjab State Power Corporation Limited (PSPCL) has passed an order making way for residents living in unauthorised colonies over certain terms and conditions.
PSPCL in its official order stated that electricity connection to applicant living in unauthorised colonies will be released.
The official order reads, "Electricity supply connection under relevant tariff category to the applicant of unapproved/unauthorized colonies shall be released as per the applicable provisions of Supply Code-2024 subject to furnishing of an undertaking by the applicant that his electric connection is llable to be disconnected, if the premises is subsequently declared Illegal or unauthorized by the State Govt. or any appropriate authority."
In simpler terms, connections can now be issued even if residents lack previous documentation such as a no-objection certificate, regularization certificate, or approved building plan. However, the must submit an affidavit agreeing that the electricity connection may be discontinued if the area is later declared illegal.
The order further states- "An amount equal to Service Connection Charges as security to cover dismantlement charges shall be paid by such applicant in addition to all the normal applicable charges payable as per Supply Code-2024 approved by the Commission. However, at the time of dismantlement surplus amount, if any, would be refundable."
Meaning, consumers will be required to deposit a security amount equivalent to the service connection charges, refundable if the connection is ever removed.
