Penalties

If any Franchisee, Producer, Captive Generating Plant, Generating company or consumer who is required to do so under Section 8,— (i) fails to keep any books, accounts or records or to furnish returns in accordance with any rule framed under Section 8; or (ii) intentionally obstructs an Inspector in the performance of his duties or the exercise of his powers under this Act or the rules made thereunder, he shall be punishable with a fine which may extend to five thousand rupees.