Electricity Supply (Amendment) Act No. 13 of 2010.

The Act outlines provisions related to concessionaires, their powers, and the Utilities Regulatory Authority. It specifies offenses related to the interruption and theft of electricity, including cutting or impeding the supply of electricity, damaging equipment, stealing electricity, diverting electricity, and tampering with meters. Penalties for these offenses include fines, imprisonment, and the possibility of demanding a bond for future electricity supply. The Act also addresses compensation for individuals who sustain damage or loss due to the actions of a concessionaire. It establishes a process for applying for compensation, setting a time limit for submitting applications and outlining the responsibilities of the Utilities Regulatory Authority in determining the amount of compensation. The Authority is given the discretion to determine fair and reasonable compensation based on the circumstances of each case. Additionally, the Act emphasizes the importance of compliance with concession agreements and requires individuals supplying electricity in a concession area to provide necessary information to the Utilities Regulatory Authority.