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Why Uttar Pradesh's prepaid smart meters sparked public anger
short by / on Tuesday, 21 April, 2026
UP's prepaid smart meter rollout triggered protests due to high bills, faulty readings, forced installations and power cuts despite balance. Villagers and city residents have taken to streets, demanding a return to old meters. Govt has paused the rollout, ordered a review and announced relief measures like no immediate disconnections and SMS alerts. Reform's success now depends on fixing issues.
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