JUDGMENT

The petitioner challenges Ext.P3 final assessment bill under Section 126 of the Electricity Act, 2003 . Though the petitioner had preferred Ext.P4 appeal under Section 127 of the Electricity Act before the Appellate Authority, the same was not entertained, as the petitioner did not pay 50% of the amount demanded.

2. This court, by interim order dated 13.05.2025, directed the petitioner to pay an amount of Rs.1,00,000/-, which, the learned counsel for the respondents submits, was complied with.

3. Accordingly, the writ petition is disposed of, directing the petitioner to pay the balance to make it 50% of the demand. On paying the same, the second respondent appellate authority shall number the appeal and pass orders on the same, in accordance with law.

The writ petition is disposed of as above.

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