The State government (Home department) has directed the Deputy Commissioner, Dimapur to implement the prepaid electricity meter system in the district, in line with the State Cabinet’s decision and previous directives from the Home department.
According to an order dated May 16, 2025 issued by Commissioner Nagaland, K.S. Anden Konyak, the move follows the Cabinet’s approval of the Nagaland Energy Conservation Building Code (ECBC) Rules during its meeting on February 24, 2025.
The order also referred to an earlier directive from the Home department dated October 8, 2024, which mandated the installation of prepaid meters in Dimapur.
The order instructed DC Dimapur, to coordinate with the Police and Power department to ensure the policy is strictly implemented.
The order also warned that “strict and suitable action” must be taken against any Gaon Buras (GBs) who oppose the implementation of prepaid meters. DC has also been directed to submit an action taken report to the Commissioner’s office.