My electricity bill shows 3 times the normal amount for the last two months and the discom is not correcting it, what do I do?
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File a complaint before the Consumer Grievances Redressal Forum (CGRF) of the electricity distribution company, and if not resolved within 60 days, approach the Electricity Ombudsman appointed under the Electricity Act, 2003. The discom is bound to verify the meter and issue a corrected bill if there is a discrepancy, and failure to address the complaint is deficiency of service under the Consumer Protection Act, 2019. You can also file a complaint before the consumer forum for compensation for harassment and overcharging. Keep all previous bills, payment receipts and the written complaint to the discom as evidence to support your case before the forum.
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