Bengaluru Man’s Flatmate Viral Geyser Story: The Smart Solution to Avoid Electricity Wastage

In the land of start-ups, traffic jams, and flatmate tales, Bengaluru has gifted the internet yet another tale of remainder. Meet Aditya Das, a bachelor whose flatmate has singlehandedly (or perhaps absentmindedly) earned a spot in the Hall of Fame for "Household Blunders of the Year."

 

It all began when Aditya innocently opened X (Twitter) to share that his flatmate had committed the biggest error of household energy consumption: leaving the geyser running for four months. Yes, FOUR. WHOLE. MONTHS you read that right. The geyser was heating water like it was training for the Olympics of boiling, while they both were on holiday at their hometowns. If appliances had emotions, this geyser would probably be filing a labor lawsuit by now.

The post quickly went viral, and social media users who were both worried and quite curious responded in massive numbers. One user joked, "Well, at least you have hot water now," while another commented, "This is the real Indian final destination." And then there was the practical citizen who admitted, "I just read this, got up, and turned mine off. Public service post."

But it wasn’t just memes and jokes. Aditya’s disclosure sparked serious discussions about geyser functionality. While some considerate individuals pointed out that modern geysers come equipped with auto-cutoff sensors, others shared terrifying tales of what may occur if thermostats malfunctioned. One user explained, "If the thermostat malfunctions, it could overheat, burn out the heating coil, and make you regret every decision that led to this moment.

The moral of the story: switch off appliances when leaving home for long periods or use The Bharat Smart Plug to control remotely.

The Electricity Bill: A Plot twist

The true climax of this tale is, of course, the mystery of the electricity bill. Aditya hinted at the financial horror awaiting him, saying, "I haven’t received one since last October. Might need to apply for a loan."

One user did the math, breaking it down with alarming accuracy: Assuming a 2kW geyser with auto-cut that runs for about 4 hours a day, the total cost could easily climb up to ₹4k/month (depending on the fixed costs, of course). That’s enough to make anyone wonder! However this has become a cautionary tale for anyone who is planning to leave their geyser running for months or to those who think their geyser is just as “set-and-forget”.

Safety First, Sarcasm Later

While the story had everyone interested, it also highlighted some serious safety concerns. In severe situations, defective geysers may result in electrical fires, overheating, and malfunctions. It's a warning sign to occasionally inspect your appliances and turn them off when not in use. 

A Smarter Solution: Bharat Smart Plug to the Rescue

If Aditya’s flatmate had used a Bharat Smart Plug, this entire saga could have been avoided. You can have complete control over all pluggable appliances with the Bharat Smart Plug, even while you're not there. In addition to lowering your electricity costs, the smart plug's functions give you peace of mind by guaranteeing that every pluggable equipment is used safely.

Bharat Smart Plug features:

• Remote on/off control: Control appliances from anywhere, anytime with just one tap.
• Monitor live data: Track the usage of the connected appliances, how much electricity they are consuming.
• Timer and scheduling: Turn ON/OFF appliances according to your timing, you can also schedule them according to your week timings. Perfect for automating routines. The smart plug turns ON/OFF the appliances according to your scheduled timings.
• Energy Conservation Limit: You can also set an energy conservation limit for the appliance connected to the smart plug. The plug turns off the appliances when the limit is reached. So that excess energy is not consumed.

 

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With our AI-powered meter reading technology, users can skip the guesswork and instantly get accurate insights into their electricity consumption. All it takes is a simple capture of your meter reading through the Bharat Smart Services app, and you get a detailed breakdown of your expected electricity bill. No calculators, no assumptions, just precise numbers delivered straight to your phone.

Conclusion:

This little but effective device can be a lifesaver for homes like Aditya's, where roommates might forget to turn off appliances. It guarantees safety and peace of mind in addition to lowering electricity costs. While you handle your trip arrangements, let Bharat Smart Plug handle your appliances. Click here to order Bharat Smart Plug and download Bharat smart services app now.