Smart Meter Initiative Expands to Prepaid and Postpaid Users, Enables ToD Tariffs

In a significant policy shift, the smart‑meter programme will now cover both prepaid and postpaid connections. Consumers can choose to recharge their meters in small increments, matching their budget and usage requirements. This flexible model is anticipated to improve revenue collection for power companies by ensuring cash flow in advance.

The digital infrastructure also paves the way for Time‑of‑Day (ToD) tariff structures, where electricity rates vary according to peak and off‑peak periods. Customers who shift high‑energy activities to cheaper time slots can lower their monthly bills, turning the meter into a tool for both billing and demand‑side management.