Across the country, people often struggle with endless paperwork for even the smallest services, but Punjab has chosen a different path. The Mann government has finally delivered on a long standing public demand by making the process of getting a new electricity connection remarkably simple and transparent. What was once a frustrating and time consuming ordeal has now become easy and efficient.
For many years, residents faced repeated office visits, long queues, and piles of documents just to secure a basic power connection. The requirement of a No Objection Certificate caused the most trouble, dragging the process on for months and leaving families, farmers, and senior citizens helpless. That chapter now belongs to the past. Punjab has removed the NOC requirement completely, bringing genuine relief to thousands who were previously trapped in bureaucratic hurdles.
This reform is more than an administrative change. It reflects the joy of families finally seeing electricity reach their homes without unnecessary delays, the relief of farmers who can now power their fields without paperwork battles, and the comfort of elderly citizens who no longer need to navigate complicated formalities. The message from Punjab today is clear: processes have improved, and daily life has become easier.
The government has made it official that applying for a new electricity connection will no longer involve any kind of NOC. This decision was taken with the intention of making the system cleaner, quicker, and corruption free. It ensures that no office or agency can use paperwork as an excuse to slow down someone’s connection.
Under the new guidelines, applicants need only two essential documents. They must submit their Registry or Lease Deed to show ownership or occupancy, along with any valid proof of identity. Cabinet Minister Sanjeev Arora confirmed that these two documents are sufficient under the revised policy.
Minister Arora also highlighted an important concern behind this decision. Many people used to install illegal power connections because the legal process was too slow. These illegal setups often led to heavy penalties, creating further conflict between consumers and authorities. With the streamlined system now in place, the government aims to eliminate both illegal connections and the complications that came with them.
This major reform reflects a shift in governance, where convenience for the public is treated as a priority. Punjab’s administration has proven that work can move forward without recommendations, bribes, or endless visits to government offices. The new system ensures that electricity reaches every house, every farm, and every small business without delay, showing that visible change is underway in the state.
