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MSEDCL Clarifies: Prepaid Smart Meter Installation Not Mandatory

📅 2026-07-03 📍 Maharashtra 🔗 Source

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State Minister clarified that prepaid smart meter installation depends on consumer's choice.

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MSEDCL said it's up to you to install prepaid smart meters. You can choose to install them if you want, otherwise not. The government official clarified this.                

MSEDCL clarified that installing prepaid smart meters is not mandatory. The State Minister stated in the assembly that meters will only be installed with consumer consent.                

The Maharashtra government has finalized its stance on MSEDCL's prepaid smart meters. State Energy Minister Sunil Tapare declared in the assembly that installing these meters is optional. They will only be fitted if consumers willingly opt for the system, emphasizing consumer autonomy.                