Pune News : Cash Payment Limit for Electricity Bills Extended Upto Rs 5000
PUNE : Starting August 1, 2023, the Maharashtra Electricity Regulatory Commission (MERC) has introduced a maximum limit for cash payments of electricity bills. In accordance with MERC’s orders issued on March 31, 2023, consumers of Maharashtra State Electricity Distribution Company Limited (MSEDCL) will only be allowed to pay a maximum of ₹5,000 in cash towards their electricity bills, with the exception of the low power agriculture category, which has a limit of ₹10,000 for cash payments.
To facilitate seamless and convenient transactions, MSEDCL is encouraging its customers to embrace online payment methods. The company’s website (www.mahadiscom.in) and mobile app offer a hassle-free platform for bill payments without any restrictions on the amount. Customers can choose from various online payment options, including credit/debit cards, net banking, UPI, and Bharat Bill Payment. Additionally, MSEDCL has made provisions for low power consumers to pay bills exceeding ₹5,000 through RTGS/NEFT.
For customers opting to pay their bills online, MSEDCL extends a 0.25 percent concession (maximum ₹500). The online payment system adheres to the terms and conditions outlined in the Reserve Bank’s Payment and Settlement Act, 2007, ensuring a secure and reliable transaction process.
Presently, around 1.10 crore customers (65 percent) of MSEDCL are benefiting from the online payment facility, contributing to a monthly revenue of €2,250 crore.
Upon making an online payment, customers receive an instant SMS notification on their registered mobile numbers. Detailed payment and receipt information is also accessible by checking the payment history on www.mahadiscom.in. In case of any queries or concerns, customers can reach out to MSEDCL’s helpdesk via email at [email protected].
MSEDCL earnestly appeals to all consumers to leverage the convenience of online bill payment to save time and avoid standing in queues. Not only does online payment provide ease of use, but it also ensures the safety and security of financial transactions.
