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Section 16, Powers-of-Attorney Act, 1882 [S13-VQJ]

As at 7 September 2026. In force from 7 July 1882.

In Powers-of-Attorney Act, 1882 [A10-511]. This text from 7 July 1882. No other text held.

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Cite: Section 16, Powers-of-Attorney Act, 1882 [S13-VQJ]. Machine: S13-VQJ.

16. Power to issue directions.—(1) The Central Commission may, by order in writing, direct any licensee to take such measures in relation to the supply of electricity as may be specified in the order, and such person shall comply with the direction within the period specified therein. (2) An order under sub-section (1) shall state the reasons on which it is made and shall be served on the person to whom it is addressed in such manner as may be prescribed.

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licensee: Section 2, Powers-of-Attorney Act, 1882 [S13V9B] (In this Act, unless the context otherwise requires,—): "licensee" means a person who has been granted a licence under section 14 of the Electricity Act, 2003 (36 of 2003)

licensee: 17 more definitions.

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