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Can a landlord cut your power or water? Know your rights as a tenant
Published 3 July 2026 ยท local
The Delhi High Court has reinforced that landlords are not permitted to disconnect essential services like electricity to evict tenants. Recognized as a fundamental necessity
The Delhi High Court has reinforced that landlords are not permitted to disconnect essential services like electricity to evict tenants. Recognized as a fundamental necessity linked to the right to life, electricity cannot be withheld even amidst disputes. The Model Tenancy Act safeguards tenants by prohibiting such actions, allowing them to seek recourse through the Rent Authority for swift restoration of services and potential compensation.
Published: July 3, 2026 โข 9:00 AM IST ยท Updated: July 3, 2026 โข 10:03 AM ISTBy TheBriefWire Editorial Team
Key points
The Delhi High Court has reinforced that landlords are not permitted to disconnect essential services like electricity to evict tenants.
Recognized as a fundamental necessity linked to the right to life, electricity cannot be withheld even amidst disputes.
The Model Tenancy Act safeguards tenants by prohibiting such actions, allowing them to seek recourse through the Rent Authority for swift restoration of services and potential compensation.