K.S. Radhakrishnan, J.

The question that has come up for consideration in this case is whether the Kerala State Electricity Board is bound to give reconnection or new connection under the Electricity (Supply) Act read with Regulations Relating to Conditions of Supply of Electrical Energy in respect of premises where there were arrears of electricity charges by the previous consumer.

2. Appellant purchased an extent of 28 cents of land along with a factory building in Sy. No. 91/6 of Chengamanad Village in a public auction conducted by the Kerala Financial Corporation on 26.6.1990. Previously factory building was owned by one P. Krishnankutty, who availed of loan from the Kerala Financial Corporation for starting the unit by name Jeesha Enterprises. The unit was a consumer of the Board bearing consumer No. 3180. Large amounts were due to the Board by way of electricity charges. Since the amount was not paid by the consumer electric connection was disconnected by the Board on 28:12.1989. Board however could not dismantle the equipment since the unit was under the lock and key of the Corporation. Board later came to know that the unit was purchased by the appellant herein. C