A recent regulatory change in Hyderabad has led to significant delays in electricity access for residents, particularly those with buildings taller than 10 meters. The Telangana Southern Power Distribution Company Limited (TSSPDCL) now requires occupancy certificates (OCs) for new power connections, resulting in nearly 3,000 pending applications. This shift follows a Supreme Court directive from December 2025, which has created confusion as OCs are demanded even for renovated structures. Homeowners like S Bikshapathi, who rebuilt his home in Saroornagar, are caught in a bureaucratic limbo, despite recommendations suggesting that OCs should not be necessary in such cases. TSSPDCL officials are reviewing the situation and considering relaxations for specific scenarios, particularly for additional load requests. However, the enforcement of the OC requirement remains strict for larger plots, with only temporary connections allowed for those without OCs. This regulatory backdrop has been reinforced by various government orders and court rulings, which consistently prohibit electricity connections to buildings lacking OCs. The situation is under review, and a final decision from the state government is awaited.