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The Times of India

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Prepaid smart electricity meters are optional, not mandatory, MoP tells Lok Sabha

The Union government clarified in Parliament that smart prepaid electricity meters are optional, not compulsory under the Electricity Act, 2003. Consumers can voluntarily opt for prepaid meters without a security deposit. While promoting smart meters under the Revamped Distribution Sector Scheme, the government emphasizes incentivizing adoption over enforcement.

3 Apr 2026 8:04 am