EESL signs agreement to install 2.34 million smart meters in Bihar

Energy Efficiency Services Limited (EESL) has signed agreements with South Bihar Power Distribution Company Limited (SBPDCL) and North Bihar Power Distribution Company Limited (NBPDCL) for the installation of 2.34 million smart prepaid meters in Bihar, under its Smart Meter National Programme (SMNP). …

The smart prepaid meters are connected through a web-based monitoring system which will optimise the discom operational performance by increasing the billing and collection efficiency, reduce the operation and maintenance cost, and enhance the quality of service, along with providing the consumers with demand side management options.