The Punjab and Haryana High Court has stayed the Punjab government's decision to increase electricity tariff. Background: The issue began when the Punjab government announced its decision to increase electricity tariff, citing a rise in power purchase costs. However, the decision was challenged in court by several consumer groups, arguing that it would unfairly burden consumers. Parties: The petitioners were consumer groups, while the respondents were the Punjab government and power utilities. Legal issues: The main issue before the court was whether the decision to increase electricity tariff was justified. Court observations: The court observed that the decision to increase electricity tariff required a detailed examination and stayed the decision. Significance: The order is significant as it affects thousands of consumers in Punjab who would have been impacted by the increase in electricity tariff. The court's decision will have a direct impact on the power sector in Punjab and will also have implications for other states that are considering increasing electricity tariff.