U.P.S.E.B. vs ATMA STEELS

The Supreme Court addressed a dispute under Section 26 of the Indian Electricity Act, 1910, concerning an assessment of electricity charges made by the Executive Engineer against the respondent. The Court held that the respondent's application to the Chief Electrical Inspector was valid and should be considered, emphasizing the importance of due process in administrative assessments. The Court upheld the interim injunction granted by the Civil Judge, allowing the respondent to pay the assessed amount in installments while restoring electricity supply, thus ensuring the respondent's rights were protected during the ongoing legal proceedings.