Archive · 24 Jul 2025
Viral Video Falsely Claims Protests Against Andhra Pradesh Smart Meters
A video of a protest against smart meters has been shared online with incorrect information.
The video shows people damaging what appear to be electric meters.
It was linked to protests in Vijayawada, where people are upset about new smart power meters and higher electricity bills.
They believe the government and businesses are adding secret costs.
The protests have led to concerns about job losses, increased expenses, and potential political consequences if the situation doesn't change.
A video of a protest went viral on social media, falsely claiming to depict a demonstration against smart meters in Andhra Pradesh.
The video showed men vandalizing objects, described as electric meters.
The claim associated the video with protests in Vijayawada against smart power meters.
Protests in Vijayawada involved hundreds of people against smart power meters and tariff hikes.
Protesters accuse the government and corporate partners of imposing hidden costs.
- Who
- Protesters in Vijayawada, Communist Party of India (Marxist) leaders.
- What
- A video went viral, falsely claiming it showed protests against smart meters in Andhra Pradesh.
- When
- No specific dates are provided in the articles.
- Where
- The video was claimed to be from Andhra Pradesh, with protests occurring in Vijayawada.
- Why
- Protests are happening due to concerns over smart power meters and steep tariff hikes.
Protesters' Concerns
Government/Corporate Perspective
Financial Burden
Protesters' Concerns
Smart meters are associated with higher tariffs and hidden costs.
Government/Corporate Perspective
Not mentioned in the articles.
- Location of Protests
- Vijayawada
- Protest Focus
- Smart power meters and tariff hikes
- Accusations
- Hidden costs from government and corporate partners
- Involved Parties
- Protesters, government, corporate partners, Communist Party of India (Marxist)