ISLAMABAD: Islamabad Electric Supply Company (Iesco) has claimed that power theft has been eliminated in areas where one million Advanced Metering Infrastructure (AMI) meters have been installed in Rawalpindi city and Cantt circle.
According to Iesco, the AMI meters come with modern features that automatically detect theft attempts and disturbances. These meters report the data directly to the AMI Operation Centre. The system also balances electricity distribution, which prevents overloads and tripping, reducing transformer and meter burnouts.
Last month, the AMI system flagged several cases of theft and meter tampering. Following the alerts, Iesco teams carried out timely raids, removed the tampered meters, charged detection bills, and initiated legal action, including requests for FIR registration against the culprits.
Iesco Chief Executive Officer Engineer Ch Khalid Mahmood described the installation of AMI meters as a “revolutionary step” for Pakistan’s power sector.
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He said the technology not only helps curb theft but also ensures transparent billing, builds consumer trust, and improves system efficiency.
“If anyone tries to tamper with the AMI meter, our team will detect it immediately through advanced technology,” he added.
He also praised Chief Engineer Development Ch Kamran Aftab, Project Director AMI Mohsin Raza Gillani, and the AMI team for successfully installing one million meters in Rawalpindi and Cantt areas.
Mr Mahmood further said the AMI meters would help reduce line losses, support the government’s anti-theft campaign, and provide consumers with a more reliable power supply.
With AMI technology, meter readings are now automated and accurate. Consumers can also monitor their electricity usage and estimated bills round-the-clock, giving them greater control over their power consumption.
