ISLAMABAD:(The COW News Digital) – Rumors have been circulating about a potential ban on maintaining multiple electricity meters per building or under a single name.
The alleged restriction has sparked widespread public criticism. However, the Power Division clarified today that no such ban has been implemented, nor is it currently under consideration.
The Power Division issued a clarification, on Sunday, regarding the ban on installing two electricity meters. The statement categorically denied the rumours, adding that the second meter can still be obtained under the law.
The Power Division says that the news spread on social media is false and misleading. The statement also reminded the general public that spreading false news is a punishable offense under the PECA Act.
The clarification also said that according to the NEPRA Manual 2021, a second meter is permissible under certain conditions. A second meter can be installed in a separate portion, circuit, entrance and kitchen.
The public should not pay attention to false news, the Power Division said.
