Activist Group’s Report Questions India’s Smart Meter Rollout

An activist organization has published a report that scrutinises the ongoing rollout of smart electricity meters across India. The document, highlighted in The Times of India, raises a series of questions about the technology’s impact on consumers.
The report points to potential privacy and data‑security risks, arguing that detailed consumption data could be misused if not adequately protected. It also flags the financial burden on households, suggesting that the cost of installing and maintaining smart meters may outweigh the promised efficiency gains.
Officials from the power sector have not yet issued a formal response to the findings, and the activist group is urging regulators to pause further installations until the concerns are addressed.
The Times of India’s coverage of the report aims to spark a broader public debate on how smart‑meter technology should be introduced in a manner that safeguards consumer interests.