HT Correspondent
DIMAPUR, March 4: Nagaland’s Lok Sabha MP Supongmeren Jamir on Tuesday called for creating awareness among consumers about the accuracy and benefits of smart meters.
He also urged the state power department to highlight the advantages of upgrading from conventional meters to smart meters so that consumers can better understand the system.
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Jamir was speaking at the first meeting of the District Electricity Committee (DEC) to Revamped Distribution Sector Scheme (RDSS) at the Kohima DC’s conference hall.
Jamir, who is also the chairperson of DEC, sought updates on the electrification status in different districts and enquired about the reasons behind unelectrified and partially electrified habitations in Kohima district, where 27 habitations remain unelectrified and 14 partially electrified.
It was also noted that the rapid mushrooming of new habitations in the district has contributed to the challenge.
Jamir observed that if such numbers exist in Kohima district, similar situations may also be present in other districts as well.
He suggested that the department conduct detailed assessments and consumer reviews.
He also emphasised the need for joint efforts and transparency in presenting the challenges faced by the department.
Chairing the meeting, Kohima DC B Henok Buchem asked the department to highlight their potential benefits for consumers and the importance of improving efficiency in the power distribution system.
He also stressed the need for coordinated efforts among departments and stakeholders for the effective implementation of the scheme in the district.
