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Rajasthan MP Accuses Energy Minister of Owing Rs 2.17 Lakh and Taking Kickbacks in Smart Meter Contracts

Beniwal has called for ministerial connections to face the same disconnection rules as other consumers after alleging kickbacks in the smart meter rollout; Nagar says his bill is not due until July 17.

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Overview

  • Hanuman Beniwal’s Nagaur residence and party office were disconnected earlier this month after six notices for unpaid electricity bills.
  • On July 14, Beniwal presented a document showing that Energy Minister Heeralal Nagar allegedly owes Rs 2.17 lakh for power at his Hospital Road government residence.
  • On July 15, Beniwal expanded his charges to include kickbacks in the state’s smart meter installation contracts and urged equal enforcement for officials.
  • Energy Minister Nagar refutes any overdue payment before the July 17 deadline and says disconnection is a routine measure for delinquent accounts.
  • The dispute spotlights Rajasthan rules that let the treasury cover one ministerial residence’s electricity and allow for high-bill settlements through a special process.