Organisation : Mangalore Electricity Supply Company (MESCOM)
Facility Name : Additional Security Deposit (ASD)
State : Karnataka
Website : https://mescom.org.in/mescom/main/home
What is MESCOM Additional Security Deposit (ASD)?
“ASD” means Additional Security Deposit as specified under Clause 6 of K.E.R.C. (Security Deposit) Regulations, 2007. All the Consumers shall at all times maintain with the Licensee an amount equivalent to fixed charges/demand charges plus energy charges corresponding to consumption for two months (2 MMD) in case of monthly billing and three months (3 MMD) in case of bi-monthly billing as Security Deposit towards the electricity supplied/to be supplied to them against any default in payment during the period the Agreement for supply of energy is in force.
Related / Similar Facility : MESCOM New Connection Application
How ASD will be Collected?
Where the Consumer is required to pay Additional Security Deposit, ESCOM will serve a minimum 30 day’s notice containing necessary particulars effective from 1st day of April of that year. ASD shall be paid within 30 days of the date of demand.
FAQ On MESCOM Additional Security Deposit (ASD)
Frequently Asked Questions FAQ On MESCOM Additional Security Deposit (ASD)?
What are the ASD Exceptions?
If the shortfall is less than Rs.200/- in case of LT categories and Rs.1000/- in respect of HT installations, the same need not be demanded.
Can Consumer File His Objections Against ASD Errors And Omissions?
Yes, Consumer may file his/her objections within 7 days from the date of receipt of such demand notice to the office of the issue of such demand notice [i.e., Local Assistant Executive Engineer Elec., C,O&M Sub-division]. The amount of ASD demanded may be revised based on the information, if any, furnished by the Consumer within 7 days of the receipt of objections. In case of revised demand, the payment shall be made within 15 days of the date of revised demand.
What Will Happen If The ASD Payment Is Not Paid?
If a Consumer fails to pay the Security Deposit demanded, ESCOM shall disconnect the power supply to the installation without further notice. Any arrears due on this account shall be deemed to be arrears of electricity charges.
What Are The Modes Of Payment Available To Make ASD Payment ?
ASD shall be paid in the form of cash/demand draft/e-payments via Debit card/Credit Card/Net Banking through ESCOM website.
Is There Any Interest Payable To The Consumers On The Deposits ?
Yes. The Licensee shall pay interest on Security Deposit (ISD, ASD & Meter Security Deposit) of the Consumer as specified under K.E.R.C. (Interest on Security Deposit) Regulations, 2005.
What Is The Procedure To Get The Refund Of The Deposits Paid ?
The Licensee, on termination of the agreement by either party will refund security deposits (if any) after adjustment of dues, if any, within two months from the date of termination failing which interest at 1 % per month shall be payable on the deposits for the actual days of delay.
What Is The Time Taken To Avail The Services Under Janasnehi Vidyuth Sevegalu (FTNC) ?
3 working days (24 hours) after registration and payment made.