#Electricity Access

The Allahabad High Court has ruled that access to electricity is a fundamental right under Article 21, and authorities cannot deny connection to a lawful occupant solely due to lack of title deed. This sets a critical precedent for vulnerable residents-especially women and displaced persons-in securing basic utilities regardless of property ownership disputes.

The Punjab & Haryana High Court ruled that cutting off electricity to vulnerable residents over a private property dispute constitutes a violation of the right to life under Article 21. It ordered immediate temporary power restoration without demanding ownership documents, setting a precedent that basic utilities cannot be weaponized in civil or familial conflicts.