Govt Officially Launches App to Let Consumers Count Their Electricity Units

The federal government has launched the “Apna Meter, Apni Reading” mobile app to improve accuracy in electricity billing and reduce overbilling. The app allows consumers to submit meter readings by uploading a photo on a set date, which will then be used to generate their bill. Download here: Play Store & App Store If both the consumer and meter reader submit readings, the lower reading will be accepted. If the consumer submits on time, any later reading by the meter reader will be ignored. The app is available in five languages and aims to ensure transparency, especially for subsidy-eligible consumers. Power Minister Awais Leghari said the app would help curb overbilling and reduce complaints by giving consumers more control over the meter reading process. The Prime Minister has directed nationwide implementation of the app and announced the abolition of the Rs. 35 PTV fee from electricity bills. He said Pakistan loses Rs. 500 billion annually to power theft and emphasized ongoing reforms in the power sector, including changes to DISCO boards, merit-based appointments, and steps to resolve circular debt.