Key Features of Naushir Bharucha’s Guide to the Electricity Laws:

1. Comprehensive Commentary: The book provides an exhaustive commentary on the Electricity Acts of 2003 and the Electricity Rules of 2005, along with the rules and regulations of the Central Electricity Regulatory Commission (CERC). It covers the key provisions of these laws in detail, offering a thorough understanding of the legal framework governing the electricity sector in India.

2. Evolution of Electricity Laws: Since its first edition in 1961, the book has evolved to reflect the significant changes in the statutes governing electricity laws in India. It tracks the development and evolution of these laws, including the consolidation of multiple Acts into the Electricity Act of 2003.

3. Practical Perspective: The revising editor, a practitioner in the field, provides a practical point of view in the commentary. This ensures that the content is not only comprehensive but also relevant and useful for practitioners, judges, and legal professionals involved in matters related to the energy sector.

4. Updated Content: The current edition incorporates the latest amendments, rules, notifications, circulars, and orders relevant to electricity laws in India. It also covers important case law from 2003 to 2017, ensuring that readers have access to the most up-to-date information and legal precedents in the field.

5. Target Audience: The book caters to a wide range of professionals, including practitioners, advocates, appellate tribunals, judges, law firms specializing in Projects, Infrastructure & Energy, and legal and compliance departments of electricity generation, transmission, and distribution companies. It is also valuable for central and state regulatory authorities involved in overseeing the electricity sector.

Overall, Naushir Bharucha’s Guide to the Electricity Laws serves as a comprehensive legal reference, offering a detailed analysis of the legal framework governing the electricity sector in India and providing practical insights for professionals working in this field.