UP Electricity Connections Cheaper: Smart Meters at ₹2800, ₹116 Cr Refund for 3.5 Lakh Consumers

• UPPCL implements new, lower electricity meter rates, making new connections significantly cheaper.
• Cost of 1 and 2 kilowatt connections drops from ₹6400 to ₹3198; security deposit eliminated.
• Single-phase smart prepaid meters now cost ₹2800 (down from ₹6016), three-phase at ₹4100.
• UPPCL to refund ₹116 crore to approximately 3.5 lakh consumers overcharged between Sep 2025 and Jan 2026.
• Consumers' Council to advocate for connection concessions in undeveloped and non-electrified colonies.

Why It Matters: Uttar Pradesh slashes electricity connection costs, introduces cheaper smart meters, and refunds overcharged amounts.