Paschimanchal Vidyut Vitran ... vs M/S Dvs Steels & Alloys Pvt.Ltd.& Ors

The Supreme Court held that the appellant, Paschimanchal Vidyut Vitran Nigam Ltd., could not refuse electricity supply to the first respondent based on disputed dues of the third respondent, as the matter was pending adjudication. The Court emphasized that the Uttar Pradesh Electricity Regulatory Commission had the authority to direct the appellant to accept a bank guarantee and provide connections, thereby upholding the Commission's order. The Court clarified that pending disputes should not hinder the provision of essential services like electricity, reinforcing the principle of fair administrative action under Article 14 of the Constitution.