Port Blair, Sept. 5: The general public and consumers have been informed that the Hon’ble JERC, in its Tariff Order dated June 13, 2024, has introduced a separate category ‘Domestic (Bed & Breakfast)’ for establishments registered under the Bed & Breakfast category. The Hon’ble JERC has further directed in Tariff Order FY 2024-25 ‘In case Domestic (Bed & Breakfast), having higher tariff, uses are found in a premise having Domestic connection, such connection shall be treated as un-authorized under section 126 of the Electricity Act, 2003 as such premises should have higher tariff i.e. Domestic (Bed & Breakfast Tariff)’.

Therefore, all Bed & Breakfast establishments have been informed to change their category and requested to submit a copy of their certificate obtained by A&N Administration to their respective site offices within 15 days. In case of non-compliance, suitable action may be taken as per the norms of JERC Supply Code and Regulations.