GENERAL4 Sept 2026
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The Supreme Court heard a company's challenge to a Jharkhand High Court order. The High Court allowed an NGO called Energy Watchdog to join power supply proceedings, even though it was not part of the contract. The company argued the NGO had no legal right to interfere. The court will decide if such outsiders can participate in these disputes.
Key Statutory Highlights
- Energy Watchdog filed a PIL alleging power supply without valid captive user status and open access approval.
- Jharkhand power utility JBVNL issued demands of Rs.176.74 crore and Rs.108.17 crore as cross subsidy surcharge.
- The Supreme Court is reviewing the High Court's decision to let the NGO be heard in the proceedings.
Actionable Advice for Taxpayers / Founders:If your business runs a captive power plant, review whether you meet captive user and open access rules, and track this Supreme Court case for its outcome.
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