Shillong, 31 March 2025 – The Meghalaya Power Distribution Corporation Limited (MePDCL) has announced the extension of its One-Time Settlement (OTS) Scheme 2025 for an additional month, offering consumers more time to clear their outstanding electricity dues. Initially set to conclude on March 31, 2025, the scheme will now remain available until April 30, 2025. The extension follows overwhelming participation and the scheme’s positive impact since its launch by Chief Minister Conrad K. Sangma, alongside the Power Minister, on March 4, 2025.
Announcing the extension, MePDCL stated, “Great news for consumers! The One Time Settlement (OTS) Scheme 2025 has been extended until 30th April 2025!” urging consumers not to miss this “limited-time opportunity!” The corporation emphasized, “This is your chance to clear outstanding dues and restore your electricity connection.”
MePDCL introduced the OTS Scheme 2025 to alleviate the financial burden on Domestic and BPL consumers with a connected load of 5KW and below who faced disconnection due to non-payment. The scheme offers a “100% waiver on Delay Payment Surcharge (DPC),” providing a significant incentive to clear pending dues. Consumers can opt for either a “One-Time Full Payment or Interest-Free Instalment Plan.”
So far, “12,262 consumers have enrolled in the scheme,” leading to the settlement of outstanding dues amounting to “₹15.97 crore.” This includes “₹11.13 crore as the principal amount, while ₹4.84 crore has been waived.” With the OTS Scheme 2025 now extended until April 30, 2025, more consumers have the opportunity to clear their electricity dues and avoid additional penalties. MePDCL urges all eligible consumers to take advantage of this extension and settle their outstanding bills under favorable terms. To participate in the scheme, consumers can “visit the nearest MePDCL office or call the toll-free number 1912 for detailed guidelines and enrollment procedures.”