Power consumers of Nagpur and Wardha have received significant relief. Owing to Mahavitaran’s ‘Smart ToD’ (Time of Day) meters, domestic electricity consumers across both districts have saved a substantial sum of Rs 10.37 crore on their electricity bills in just the past seven months. This technology is now proving to be a true boon for consumers who utilise electricity during daytime hours. Currently, smart meter holders who use electricity between 9 AM and 5 PM are receiving a direct rebate of 85 paise per unit. Due to this scheme, during the seven-month period from April to October 2026, consumers in Nagpur district saved Rs 8.85 crore while consumers in Wardha district saved Rs 1.51 crore. Notably, the number of consumers availing themselves of this discount is steadily increasing every month; in the month of October alone, 5,01,572 consumers availed of a total rebate of Rs 1.43 crore. At the core of this entire success is the availability of affordable solar energy during the daytime. This 85-paise rebate, granted in accordance with the orders of the Maharashtra Electricity Regulatory Commission (MERC), is set to increase to Re 1 per unit in the near future. However, to take advantage of this benefit, it is mandatory for consumers to have a Smart ToD meter installed at their homes. Maintaining complete transparency in this drive, Mahavitaran first successfully implemented these meters across its own offices and employee colonies.

 

Through Mahavitaran’s mobile application, consumers can now view ‘real-time’ data of their electricity consumption. With accurate hourly and daily consumption figures readily available at their fingertips, it has become extremely easy for consumers to plan and manage their electricity usage effectively. As per the press release by the discon, in certain areas, deliberate attempts were made to spread misconceptions and oppose the installation of these smart meters; however, now that the tangible financial benefits of these meters have come to light, this opposition has completely subsided. Speaking on the matter, Chief Engineer of the Nagpur Circle, Rajesh Naik, has appealed to consumers to understand the factual reality. He stated, “No fee is charged by Mahavitaran for the installation of these smart meters; the entire process is completely free of cost. The claim that these meters lead to inflated bills is entirely baseless, as they merely provide more accurate readings of electricity consumption.” Mahavitaran has appealed to consumers not to pay heed to misleading rumours on social media or fall prey to any misconceptions, and instead extend their wholehearted cooperation to Mahavitaran in this public-welfare initiative of smart meters to enjoy substantial discounts on their electricity bills.