Energy Minister Shrestha appeals to all to pay electricity bills through digital means
Summary
Energy Minister Biraj Bhakta Shrestha has urged citizens to pay electricity bills digitally, saying physical counter payments remain high and cost the Nepal Electricity Authority millions each year. He said digital billing would save time, reduce cash handling, and improve transparency and security.
Key Points
- Energy Minister Biraj Bhakta Shrestha has appealed to everyone to pay electricity bills through digital means.
- He said 73 percent of citizens still visit payment counters physically, despite the digital age.
- Operating revenue collection counters costs around Rs 597.9 million annually, according to the minister.
- Digital payments would save time and travel costs, reduce cash transactions, and free manpower for other services.
