By Neeraj Kumar Patna: Ahead of Diwali 2024, the Bihar Electricity Department has brought great news for consumers, as the Bihar Electricity Regulatory Commission has rejected a proposal to raise electricity rates. After reviewing a petition filed by the state’s power company, the Commission decided that there will be no increase in electricity prices in…
By Neeraj Kumar Patna: There are numerous misconceptions among the people of Bihar regarding smart prepaid meters, with political parties even labelling them as “smart cheaters.” In an effort to dispel these misunderstandings, Patna District Magistrate (DM), Dr Chandrashekhar Singh, convened a meeting to discuss power supply issues, smart prepaid meters, and dedicated feeders for…
By Neeraj Kumar Patna: Tejashwi Yadav, the Leader of the Opposition in the Bihar Assembly and a prominent leader of the Rashtriya Janata Dal, has launched a strong attack on the Nitish government regarding ongoing issues with smart meters and the resultant soaring electricity bills impacting residents throughout the state. Many consumers in Bihar are…
By Neeraj Kumar Patna: In a new initiative, the electricity company in Bihar has made it compulsory for its employees to install smart prepaid meters in their residential premises. This move follows the government’s efforts to promote smart meters and increase public awareness. According to the company’s directive, employees must install smart meters in order…
