LESCO “Apna Meter Apni Reading” APP to Help Customers
By Newztodays Team
In a major step toward empowering electricity consumers, Lahore Electric Supply Company (LESCO) has announced to launch of its much-anticipated mobile app, “Apna Meter, Apni Reading,” for customers to check meter readings. It will help customers interact with their electricity billing, giving users control like never before.
You don’t need to wait for the meter reader. Now, you can submit your electricity readings from your smartphone to check meter readings.
What is the “Apna Meter, Apni Reading” App?
LESCO’s upcoming app is going to allow residential, commercial, and industrial consumers to upload their own meter readings while using a smartphone and from anywhere. Once a reading has been submitted, meter readings will be officially considered for monthly billing.
Lesco has not released full details and screenshots of the app, but customers are excited about it. According to LESCO CEO Engineer Ramzan Butt, the app is aimed at eliminating overbilling, enhancing customer satisfaction, and modernizing Pakistan’s power sector.
“Consumers will be able to submit their own readings easily. It’s a step towards customer empowerment and restoring trust in our system,” said Ramzan Butt, addressing the Lahore Chamber of Commerce and Industry (LCCI).
Why This App Matters
- End to Overbilling Worries: There will be no more disputes over inaccurate readings.
- Convenience at Your Fingertips: Customers can submit readings anytime without waiting for a physical visit.
- Faster Problem Resolution: The app will also report meter faults and will deal with new connection requests and service complaints.
- Real-Time Control: It will help customers to monitor their own electricity usage, helping them manage consumption and save costs.
LESCO’s Bigger Picture: Reforming the Power Sector
The launch of the “Apna Meter, Apni Reading” app is one part of Lesco, but the company has introduced several other initiatives to facilitate the customers.
- Rapid Response Force: It has introduced a force for the Immediate restoration of electricity after outages.
- Zero Tolerance on Overbilling: It has introduced strict instructions to avoid inflated bills.
- Industrial Support Measures: There is no tripping on industrial feeders and faster meter replacements.
- Public Awareness Campaigns: It promotes energy conservation through smarter energy use.
- New Mobile App Features: The New App will provide easy access to billing, complaints, and service requests.
Business Community Backs the Initiative
Leaders from LCCI have appreciated the efforts of LESCO’s management to modernize, especially the new app. However, they have also called on LESCO to:
- Address the late delivery of bills,
- Solve issues like hanging power cables for safety,
- Improve the billing process for faulty meters,
- Reduce transmission losses, which are costing billions annually.
When Will the App Be Available?
The company has not announced an official date of launch of the App, but officials have promised to release it soon. Once the APP is live, users will be able to download it from the Google Play Store and the Apple App Store. Check IESCO Bill Online| Download IESCO Duplicate Bill
