Patna: A high-level review meeting on smart metering operations was held on Thursday at Vidyut Bhawan under the chairmanship of Manoj Kumar Singh, who also serves as chairman-cum-managing director of the Bihar State Power Holding Company Limited.
Senior officials from both state power distribution companies and representatives of implementing agencies attended the meeting.
Review Of Smart Metering Progress
Officials conducted a detailed assessment of ongoing work under the smart metering programme, including progress related to system metering, distribution transformer (DT) metering and consumer tagging operations.
The Energy Secretary stressed the need to maintain complete accuracy in consumer tagging, which is considered essential for the effective functioning of the smart metering system.
He directed officials to carry out random verification of DT metering and consumer tagging activities across operational areas.
Agencies Asked To Submit Reports
During the meeting, all implementing agencies were instructed to submit verification reports confirming 100% completion of tagging work within the next 10 days.
Officials said the review also focused on strengthening quality control mechanisms, monitoring systems and accountability measures in the implementation process.
Focus On Power Distribution Efficiency
The Bihar government views smart metering as a key component of efforts to modernise the electricity distribution network and improve operational transparency.
Authorities said the initiative is expected to help strengthen energy management, reduce distribution losses and improve monitoring of electricity consumption across the state.
Officials added that the review process would continue regularly to ensure the timely and accurate implementation of the smart metering programme.
