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CII Survey: Infrastructure, Awareness Hinder India’s Smart Meter Adoption

As of July 15, only 20.41 million smart meter units have been installed nationwide, far short of the 20.33 crore units sanctioned under the Revamped Distribution Sector Scheme (RDSS), according to the Ministry of Power.The CII’s recent survey highlights that the biggest challenges hindering smart meter adoption are outdated utility infrastructure, unreliable connectivity—especially in remote areas—and limited consumer awareness. Notably, 80 per cent of survey participants pointed to consumer engagement as the key obstacle, while most agreed that clearer regulatory guidelines, enhanced bi..

APCRDA Approves Rs 9.04 Bn to Upgrade Infrastructure in 29 Amaravati Villages

The Andhra Pradesh Capital Region Development Authority (APCRDA), chaired by Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu, has approved Rs 9.04 billion for addressing key infrastructure gaps in 29 villages within Amaravati’s greenfield capital area, announced Municipal Administration Minister P. Narayana at the 51st CRDA meeting.The funds will be used to upgrade critical facilities including roads, drains, drinking water supply, sewerage systems, and street lighting. A detailed assessment revealed a 30 per cent shortfall in water supply, a total absence of sewerage infrastructure, a 40 per cent defici..

Cabinet Approves Phase-1B of Lucknow Metro Rail Project Worth Rs 58.01 Bn

The Union Cabinet, led by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, has approved Phase-1B of the Lucknow Metro Rail Project in Uttar Pradesh. This phase covers an 11.165 km corridor with 12 stations—7 underground and 5 elevated—extending the city’s metro network to 34 km upon completion.Phase-1B targets the dense, historic parts of Lucknow, enhancing connectivity across key commercial, healthcare, tourist, and culinary hubs. Important areas served include Aminabad, Yahiyaganj, Pandeyganj, Chowk, King George’s Medical University, and landmarks like Bara Imambara and Rumi Darwaza.This expansion prom..