Hundreds of families residing in the Sushma Valencia project in Mohali continue to face a severe shortage of electricity and water, even after receiving relief from the Punjab and Haryana high court. On Monday, residents staged a protest outside the PSPCL office, expressing their frustration over the lack of basic amenities.
Protest Over Delayed Connections
Residents who approached the PSPCL office to apply for new electricity connections were informed that the department had not yet received the official court order and was awaiting legal opinion. Although applications and necessary documents were accepted, no specific timeline was provided for the restoration of power supply.
Anger Among Homebuyers
The delay sparked anger among the residents, who staged a demonstration and raised slogans against the authorities. They questioned why homebuyers were being forced to suffer during peak summer, despite the court's observation that they should not be penalised for administrative lapses. Many residents stated that they had invested their life savings in purchasing flats in the project but were still unable to move in due to the absence of basic amenities.
Residents expressed their willingness to deposit the Rs 20,000 fee and meet other conditions for temporary connections. However, they alleged that no clear mechanism had been put in place to process their requests.
Over 500 Families Affected
The issue affects more than 500 families. The high court had recently directed the authorities to work towards a permanent solution and, as an interim measure, provide temporary electricity connections to the affected residents.
Warning of Intensified Protests
Residents have warned of intensifying protests if the court directives are not implemented soon. They remain caught between legal processes and administrative delays, with no end in sight to their plight.
