The Karnataka government has waived the Occupancy Certificate (OC) requirement for obtaining electricity connections in the state. The decision aims to simplify the process for residents and builders facing delays over documentation. Officials said the waiver will benefit thousands of households awaiting power supply for completed buildings. The policy shift is expected to speed up electrification across urban and rural Karnataka.

The Karnataka government has waived the Occupancy Certificate (OC) requirement for obtaining electricity connections in the state. The decision aims to simplify the process for residents and builders facing delays over documentation. Officials said the waiver will benefit thousands of households awaiting power supply for completed buildings. The policy shift is expected to speed up electrification across urban and rural Karnataka.