EXE.ENGINEER-II E.DEPT.GOVT.OF PDY vs M/S SRI KANAKADURGA CASTINGS (P) LTD.

The Supreme Court set aside the interim orders of the High Court directing the restoration of electricity service connection to M/s Sri Kanakadurga Castings (P) Ltd. on payment of Rs.18,89,244/-, citing the outstanding assessed amount of Rs.28,54,63,320/-. The Court held that it was not just to restore the connection based on the lesser amount and requested the High Court to consider the appeal on merits expeditiously. The appeal was disposed of without costs, leaving all contentions open.