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Former Tripura Minister Calls for Probe into Inflated Power Bills and Smart Meter Issues
✍️ The Times of India
🗓 14 Aug 2026, 05:48 PM
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The former minister of Tripura has demanded a formal investigation into allegations of inflated electricity bills and widespread complaints about faulty smart meters in the state.
The former minister of Tripura has publicly called for a formal probe into the state’s electricity billing system after a wave of complaints surfaced from consumers.
According to the minister, many households have reported unusually high bills that do not align with their actual usage. The complaints also include reports of smart meters that allegedly misread consumption, leading to overcharging.
The demand for an investigation comes as the state’s electricity board faces scrutiny over its billing practices. The minister urged the state government to review the meter installation process and ensure transparency in billing.
No official response has yet been released by the Tripura government, but the call for a probe has drawn attention from consumer rights groups and the opposition parties.
The issue highlights growing concerns over the reliability of smart meter technology in India, with similar complaints emerging in other states.
According to the minister, many households have reported unusually high bills that do not align with their actual usage. The complaints also include reports of smart meters that allegedly misread consumption, leading to overcharging.
The demand for an investigation comes as the state’s electricity board faces scrutiny over its billing practices. The minister urged the state government to review the meter installation process and ensure transparency in billing.
No official response has yet been released by the Tripura government, but the call for a probe has drawn attention from consumer rights groups and the opposition parties.
The issue highlights growing concerns over the reliability of smart meter technology in India, with similar complaints emerging in other states.