KERC directs Escoms to give consumers 15 clear days to pay bills
The Karnataka Electricity Regulatory Commission has mandated that electricity distribution companies provide consumers with a minimum of 15 clear days to pay their bills. This requirement is based on the actual date of bill generation rather than the scheduled billing date. The new rule will take effect for all bills issued on or after June 1.
- ▪The commission's order was issued on May 21.
- ▪Every electricity bill must clearly state the exact date and time of its generation.
- ▪Escoms must ensure consumers have at least 15 clear days to pay, even for late bills.
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The Karnataka Electricity Regulatory Commission has directed all electricity distribution companies in the State to provide consumers a minimum of 15 clear days to pay electricity bills from the actual date of bill generation or issuance, and not from the scheduled billing date.In an order issued on May 21, the commission said every electricity bill must clearly mention the exact date and time of its generation. The due date for payment must then be calculated strictly from this actual issuance date.
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