Pakistan
LESCO Upgrades to Automatic Meter Reading System
The Lahore Electric Supply Company (LESCO) has announced phasing out three-phase meters for all consumers and introducing Automatic Meter Reading (AMR) meters.
This move aims to improve billing accuracy, reduce overbilling issues, and curb electricity theft.
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The new AMR meters will provide more accurate readings, enable online billing, and offer a more secure and modern technology.
However, consumers will need to bear an additional cost of Rs 20,000 to Rs 25,000 for the new meters.
- The installation of AMR meters is expected to bring several benefits to both LESCO and its consumers:
- Reduced Overbilling: AMR meters provide more accurate readings, minimizing the chances of overbilling.
- Reduction in Electricity Theft: The new system is more secure, making it harder for electricity theft to occur.
- Online Billing: Consumers will have the convenience of online billing, streamlining the payment process.
- Modern Technology: The use of AMR meters represents a significant technological upgrade, providing better service and convenience for consumers.
