Authority: High Court at Calcutta, Constitutional Writ Jurisdiction

Order Date: 17 July 2026

Case Overview

  • Petitioner: Sattar Sk.; Respondents: Chairman and Managing Director, WBSEDCL & others.
  • Petition filed as W.P.A. 29219 of 2023 seeking replacement of a defective electricity meter for a submersible pump; representation dated 6 Nov 2023 remained unconsidered for over 2.5 years.
  • Counsel for petitioner: Md. Zeeshanuz Zaman; counsel for WBSEDCL: Ms. Suvasree Ghose.
  • The Court examined the pending representation and directed appropriate action.

Final Outcome

  • The Court directs the Station Manager, Natunhat Customer Care Center, WBSEDCL, to dispose of the petitioner’s representation within four weeks from the order date.
  • If the representation is found meritorious, WBSEDCL shall replace the defective meter upon realization of applicable charges and completion of formalities.
  • No costs awarded; parties may obtain a certified copy of the order upon compliance with formalities.

Topics: Legal Order, Electricity Distribution