Agartala, July 11, 2025: Tripura State Electricity Corporation Limited (TSECL) has set an ambitious target to install around 6 lakh smart electricity meters across the state by March 2027, as part of a major upgrade to modernize its power infrastructure.

Addressing the media on Friday, TSECL Managing Director Biswajit Basu said, “As of now, 88,748 smart meters have been installed across various locations in Tripura. This is part of our larger goal to transform the power sector under the Centre’s Revamped Distribution Sector Scheme and projects funded by the Asian Development Bank.”

Highlighting the benefits of smart meters, Basu said the devices are equipped with advanced communication technology that enables automated and remote reading of electricity consumption. “It eliminates the need for manual meter readings and supports both postpaid and prepaid billing systems. Consumers can also monitor their usage in real time using mobile applications,” he said.

Basu also pointed out that the installation process has already begun in residences and government quarters of ministers, MLAs, and top bureaucrats to lead the transition by example. “This initiative is a top-down approach aimed at building public confidence in the technology and fostering acceptance across all user categories,” he added.

The total cost of the project is estimated at ₹603 crore.

“Smart meters not only provide accurate billing by reducing human error but also allow faster detection and resolution of faults. The data collected is automatically transmitted via cellular or Wi-Fi networks to the TSECL control centre, enabling better load management and service delivery,” Basu stated.

With real-time monitoring and seamless billing integration, the power utility hopes to improve efficiency, transparency, and customer satisfaction throughout Tripura’s power distribution network.