The Government of India has recently approved amendments to the Electricity (Rights of Consumers) Rules, 2020. The amendments have been made in the Rules, to facilitate faster installation and enhance the ease of setting up Rooftop Solar PV systems at the premises of prosumers. The Ministry of Power have informed that the amendments empower consumers living in multistoried flats in choosing their connection type and ensure separate billing for common areas and back-up generators in residential societies, thus enhancing transparency.
The amendments also provide for check meters to be installed by Distribution Company in case of consumer complaints, to verify electricity consumption.
The Power and New & Renewable Energy Minister stated that the interest of consumers is paramount for the government. The present amendments will further empower the consumers.
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