Arunachal Pradesh Introduces Self-Meter Reading App

10 Jul 2024 CW Team

Arunachal Pradesh is set to streamline electricity management with the launch of a new mobile application that allows consumers to perform self-meter readings. This initiative, aimed at enhancing consumer empowerment and improving billing accuracy, marks a significant advancement in the state's power sector infrastructure.

The introduction of the self-meter reading app will enable residents of Arunachal Pradesh to conveniently submit their electricity consumption data directly through their smartphones. This innovation promises to reduce dependency on manual meter readings, thereby minimizing errors and enhancing efficiency in electricity billing processes.

By leveraging technology to facilitate self-meter readings, Arunachal Pradesh aims to foster greater transparency and accountability in its power distribution system. Consumers will benefit from real-time access to their electricity usage data, enabling them to monitor and manage their energy consumption more effectively.

This progressive step aligns with broader efforts to modernize infrastructure and enhance service delivery in the state's power sector. It reflects Arunachal Pradesh's commitment to harnessing digital solutions for improving utility services and ensuring customer satisfaction.

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