Yogi orders probe into inflated power bills complaints; expert panel to look into ‘over-billing’
Indian Express·3h ago·Positivity
What Happened
Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath directed an investigation into complaints of inflated electricity bills from smart prepaid meters. An expert committee will examine over-billing issues. More than 84 lakh smart meters are installed. CM emphasized transparent billing, timely resolution of complaints, and warned against disconnecting innocent consumers. Officials must visit field sites personally. Toll-free helplines must remain active.
Key Entities
Yogi AdityanathUttar PradeshEnergy DepartmentSmart prepaid metersOver-billing complaintsExpert committeePower corporationConsumer complaints