Panaji, Oct. 26 -- Chief Electrical Engineer (CEE) Stephen Fernandes has confirmed that the installation of smart electricity meters for domestic consumers in Goa has been put on hold following a decision by Chief Minister Pramod Sawant.

Fernandes confirmed the development but declined to comment further on the matter, stating, "I cannot comment further on the matter."

The decision comes amid public and political concerns over the proposed installation of smart electricity meters in the state.

Published by HT Digital Content Services with permission from Herald Goa....