Want To File PIL In Patna High Court

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  • Anurag Shankar

    Muzaffarpur

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  • Advocate Anik

    Bengaluru, Karnataka
      65 Client Ratings

    Dear client, Typically, prepaid and postpaid services are options provided by utility companies to manage the billing and payment for electricity usage. Here's a general explanation of the two types of services: Prepaid Service: Prepaid electricity service involves paying for electricity in advance, similar to how you would top up a mobile phone. Customers have a prepaid meter installed at their premises, which allows them to monitor and control their electricity consumption. They can purchase a specific amount of electricity credits, usually in the form of tokens or recharge vouchers, and load them onto the meter. As electricity is consumed, the corresponding amount is deducted from the prepaid balance. When the balance runs low, customers can recharge or top up their account to continue using electricity. Postpaid Service: Postpaid electricity service, on the other hand, follows a billing cycle where customers are billed for their electricity usage after a certain period (e.g., monthly or bi-monthly). The utility company measures the consumption through a meter installed at the customer's premises and sends them a bill based on the recorded usage. The customers then make the payment within a specified time frame, usually after receiving the bill. Whether prepaid service is optional or mandatory depends on the policies and regulations set by the electricity department in a particular region. Some utility companies may offer both prepaid and postpaid options, allowing customers to choose which one suits them best. However, in other cases, prepaid service may be introduced as a specific initiative by the electricity department, and customers may be required to switch to prepaid meters. To get accurate information about the availability and options for prepaid service in the electricity department in Bihar, it is best to contact the Bihar State Power Holding Company Limited (BSPHCL) or the electricity distribution company operating in your area. They will be able to provide you with the most relevant and up-to-date information regarding prepaid and postpaid services in Bihar.

    June 4, 2023