(1) In cases of a temporary disconnection, the Licensee shall reconnect the supply of electricity to consumer’s installation within 24 hours of payment of past dues and all applicable charges, if any and completion of requisite formalities:
Provided that the Licensee shall intimate all applicable charges for reconnection to the consumer in the disconnection notice:
Provided further that if a consumer has moved out of the country and provides the documentary evidence, the Licensee shall not levy the reconnection charges.
(2) In case of a permanent disconnection, reconnection shall be made on payment of past dues and all applicable charges, if any and completion of formalities as required for a new connection.
(3) In case of disconnection of supply by the Licensee either erroneously or without notice, the reconnection of supply shall be made within 24 hrs from the time of such disconnection, without levy of any charges, including reconnection charges.
CHAPTER - VII UNAUTHORISED USE, THEFT AND OTHER IRREGULARITIES