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Power ministry urges states to accelerate smart meter installation amid RDSS lag
India's power ministry has directed all states and union territories to accelerate smart meter installation, clarifying that the mandate is independent of prepaid or postpaid billing configuration. RDSS data cited by Business Today show 5.7 crore of 20.3 crore approved meters installed as of June 30, while total functional meters exceed 7.2 crore.
Aug 13, 2026 1 source