Islamabad Electric Supply Company (IESCO) has decided to replace all old meters with advanced metering infrastructure (AMI) meters by 2030.
This upgrade will ensure accurate meter readings and billing, prevent power theft, and reduce load-shedding across its six service areas.
IESCO CEO Dr. Muhammad Amjad shared the details with the media, revealing that the company serves around 3.8 million consumers. “All connections will be replaced with AMI meters by 2030,” he said.
The first phase will see 1.2 million connections in Rawalpindi Cantt Circle, Rawalpindi City Circle, and Taxila being replaced with AMI meters.
Dr. Amjad added that over 42,000 AMI meters have already been installed in various parts of Rawalpindi. The initial phase, which will be completed by June 2026, involves the installation of 1.2 million meters.
Two contractors have been hired to install approximately 2,000 AMI meters daily in the specified circles. The CEO explained that the AMI system would help reduce power theft by continuously monitoring electricity meters.
This technology will also lower power sector losses, improve billing accuracy, enhance recovery rates, control load-shedding, and resolve consumer complaints about incorrect or over-billing.
Moreover, the AMI system will eliminate the need for manual meter readings, leading to better customer support, more accurate measurements, and improved billing.