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Mizoram Minister Inspects Smart Meter Rollout Amid Consumer Grievances
✍️ The Times of India
🗓 01 Sep 2026, 09:32 AM
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The Minister of Energy and Power of Mizoram visited a site to oversee the installation of smart meters, following a wave of consumer complaints about billing and service issues.
The Minister of Energy and Power of Mizoram visited an installation site to inspect the rollout of smart meters across the state. The visit, part of the government's effort to modernise electricity billing, saw the minister reviewing the progress of meter installation in several districts.
The inspection comes after a surge of complaints from consumers regarding inaccurate bills and delayed meter readings. Local residents have reported discrepancies in their consumption data and have demanded quicker resolution.
During the visit, the minister assured that the state will address the reported issues and accelerate the deployment of smart meters to improve transparency and service reliability. He also emphasized the importance of accurate data for fair billing and efficient energy management.
The government plans to complete the smart meter rollout by the end of the fiscal year, aiming to reduce billing errors and enhance customer satisfaction.
The inspection comes after a surge of complaints from consumers regarding inaccurate bills and delayed meter readings. Local residents have reported discrepancies in their consumption data and have demanded quicker resolution.
During the visit, the minister assured that the state will address the reported issues and accelerate the deployment of smart meters to improve transparency and service reliability. He also emphasized the importance of accurate data for fair billing and efficient energy management.
The government plans to complete the smart meter rollout by the end of the fiscal year, aiming to reduce billing errors and enhance customer satisfaction.