The government has decided to avoid the total expenditure (TOTEX) model for the roll-out of prepaid smart meters in the State.
The decision was taken at a meeting called by Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan where it was decided to opt for a cost-effective model. The meeting was attended by Electricity Minister K. Krishnankutty, Finance Minister K.N. Balagopal, and senior officials of the Power and Finance departments.