Bengaluru Apartment Residents Face Power Cut Due to Builder Dues
Residents of Disha Loharuka Solaris in Bengaluru experience a day-long power cut due to unpaid dues from vacant flats. Learn about the implications and the ongoing issues with the builder.
Power Cut Crisis in Bengaluru
Residents of the Disha Loharuka Solaris apartment complex in Gottigere, Bengaluru, recently faced a day-long electricity cut due to unpaid dues linked to vacant flats. The Bangalore Electricity Supply Company (Bescom) disconnected power over a total of Rs 2 lakh in outstanding payments, affecting all 150 households in the building.
Residents' Frustration
Many residents expressed their frustration on social media, arguing that the power cut should have targeted only the 30 vacant flats responsible for the dues. They highlighted that the occupied flats had paid their bills, and the disconnection was both unfair and illegal. The situation has left residents feeling helpless, especially since the builder has allegedly absconded without transferring electricity connections to the owners' names.
Builder's Accountability
The assistant executive engineer of Bescom noted that the apartment complex has had pending dues for over a year. Residents have reported that the builder collected maintenance fees for two years, despite many not having lived there for long. Legal action has been initiated against the builder, who is now missing, further complicating the situation.
Next Steps for Residents
As the residents navigate this challenging situation, they are seeking solutions to resolve the outstanding dues and regain control over their electricity supply. The apartment association has approached Bescom for a grace period to settle the dues, but the resolution remains uncertain.
Frequently Asked Questions
What caused the power cut at Disha Loharuka Solaris?↓
The power cut was caused by the Bangalore Electricity Supply Company disconnecting electricity due to unpaid dues amounting to Rs 2 lakh, primarily linked to 30 vacant flats.
How are residents responding to the situation?↓
Residents have expressed their frustration on social media, arguing that only the vacant flats should have been affected by the power cut, as occupied flats have paid their dues.
Is there a way for renters to manage their payments effectively?↓
Yes, renters can use apps like TheBrik, which helps streamline rent payments and manage communication with landlords, potentially avoiding issues like those faced by the residents of Disha Loharuka Solaris.