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2016 (7) TMI 1649 - SC - Indian LawsLevy of fuel surcharge adjustment (FSA) which is collected from the consumers in addition to fixed tariff for consumption of power - HELD THAT:- Fuel surcharge is really a surcharge levied to meet increased cost of generation and purchase of electricity and the scope cannot be circumscribed by its nomenclature. Thus the formula in Regulation 45B and the FSA determined by the Commission would take into consideration various factors which result in the increased cost of generation and purchase of electricity. The appellants are directed to make the deposit along with interest; if no other rate is prescribed at the rate of 8 per cent per annum, and other charges for delay, as may be permissible to recover within a period of one month from today - Appeal dismissed.
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