Central ActAmended

The Electricity Act, 2003

Enacted 2003Ministry of PowerUpdated 28 Feb 2024

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Overview

Consolidates laws relating to generation, transmission, distribution, trading, and use of electricity. Includes provisions for electrical safety standards and enforcement.

Key Provisions

Central Electricity Authority safety regulations
Licensing of electrical contractors and supervisors
Safety standards for electrical installations
Penalties for unsafe electrical practices
Accident reporting to Electrical Inspectorate

Applicability

Electricity generation, transmission, and distribution companies
Industrial and commercial consumers
Electrical contractors and supervisors

Amendment History

2022

Major amendment — renewable energy and smart meters

2007

Amendment to open access provisions

2003

Original enactment

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