The installation of smart prepaid meters in government buildings has been successfully completed in 90 percent of the state’s facilities, with progress being closely monitored by Chief Secretary Amrit Lal Meena.
As a result, the project has gained significant momentum. According to official data from the electricity company, smart prepaid meters have been installed in 55,982 out of 62,061 government buildings across the state.
In the North Bihar Power Distribution Company Limited (NBPDCL) area, 33,111 meters have been installed in 35,956 government buildings. Meanwhile, 22,871 smart prepaid meters have been installed in 26,105 government buildings under the South Bihar Power Distribution Company Limited.
The electricity company has emphasised that the introduction of smart prepaid meters is not only a technological upgrade but also a public awareness initiative. In many buildings, old meters have been left in place alongside the new smart meters, allowing the public to compare readings and see that both meters show identical results. The implementation of smart meters has brought greater transparency in billing and significantly reduced disputes.
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