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Earlier this week, the Bangalore Electricity Supply Company Ltd (BESCOM) enforced a new rule requiring Occupancy Certificates (OC) and Commencement Certificates (CC) for new electricity connections in Bengaluru. This abrupt policy shift, following a directive from the Bruhat Bengaluru Mahanagara Palike (BBMP) citing a Supreme Court order, has left many homeowners-especially those on revenue sites without power. Residents and electrical contractors have voiced concerns over the lack of prior notice and the challenges in obtaining the necessary documentation. Historically, similar mandates have been introduced and later revoked, adding to the confusion and frustration among the city's residents.
The Bangalore Electricity Supply Company Ltd. (BESCOM) has taken a surprising step by requiring new residential and commercial buildings in Bengaluru to have both Occupancy Certificates (OC) and Commencement Certificates (CC) in order to receive electricity connections. This decision aligns with a recent directive from the Bruhat Bengaluru Mahanagara Palike (BBMP), referencing a Supreme Court order. Advertisement
A BESCOM official pointed out that nearly 80% of new constructions, both urban and rural, are on revenue sites. Such plots are ineligible for building plan approvals, making it impossible to obtain OCs and CCs, and consequently, electricity connections.
Representatives from the Authorised Electrical Contractors Association and several homeowners have criticized the sudden implementation of this mandate without adequate public consultation or a transition period. They argue that many individuals, having invested heavily in constructing their homes, are now left in the dark both literally and figuratively.
While the intent is to ensure compliance with building regulations, the lack of a phased implementation and public awareness has led to significant hardships for many residents. This situation highlights the need for more transparent and inclusive policymaking processes that consider the realities faced by the city's diverse populace.
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