J&K High Court declares water usage charges under 2010 Act as ultra vires

Court Ruling on Water Charges

The Jammu and Kashmir High Court has issued a significant verdict regarding the imposition of water usage charges. The court has declared the charges levied under the 2010 Act as ultra vires, meaning they fall outside the legal authority of the legislation. This decision addresses the regulatory framework governing water resources in the region.

Context of the 2010 Act

The Jammu and Kashmir Water Resources (Regulation and Management) Act was enacted in 2010. The primary objective behind this legislation was to generate revenue from the state’s water resources. Under the provisions of this Act, the government imposed charges on both private and public entities for the usage of water. This mandate specifically included companies involved in electricity generation within the state.

• The court reviewed the validity of the 2010 Act provisions.
• The imposition of water usage charges has been struck down.
• Electricity generating companies were previously subject to these charges.
• The ruling impacts the state’s revenue generation model from water.

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Source / स्रोत: The Hindu