The Sindh High Court (SHC) on Tuesday recommended the introduction of a prepaid smart metering system across Karachi to address electricity billing disputes and frequent consumer complaints against K-Electric.
📌 Court’s Observations
Consumers face inflated bills, detection charges, and load mismanagement.
A prepaid system would ensure transparency and fairness by allowing users to pay for electricity in advance, similar to mobile phone recharge.
The move could also reduce power theft and line losses.
⚙️ Proposed Measures
Installation of smart prepaid meters for households and businesses in phases.
Integration with digital payment platforms for easy recharge.
Real-time monitoring of consumption through apps or SMS alerts.
🏙️ Impact on Karachi
Consumers would have direct control over usage and expenses.
Likely to reduce litigation and complaints against K-Electric.
Authorities believe it could help stabilize Karachi’s fragile power supply system.
