The power distribution sector is undergoing a structural transformation as utilities seek to balance efficiency, reliability and long-term sustainability. Speaking at a recent Power Line conference, Prudhvitej Immadi, IAS, Chairman and Managing Director, Andhra Pradesh […]
India’s power distribution segment remains at the centre of ongoing power sector reforms, as its operational efficiency and financial viability ultimately determine the sustainability of the entire electricity value chain. In recent years, policy efforts […]
Digitalisation of discoms is increasingly being positioned as a key imperative of distribution reform. Digitalised systems allow discoms to move from reactive maintenance to data-led planning and predictive operations. Parallelly, digitalisation can directly affect discom […]
The Revamped Distribution Sector Scheme (RDSS) marks a shift towards outcome-linked reforms in the distribution segment, with a focus on addressing persistent financial stress and operational inefficiencies at the discom level. The scheme aims to […]
The distribution segment is a critical infrastructure component in the power sector as it is the last-mile link that transmits electricity from the grid to residential, commercial and industrial consumers. With the increase in electric […]
Over the past few decades, India has seen significant growth in power generation capacity and a steady expansion of its transmission network. Alongside these developments, the distribution segment has continued to play a crucial role […]
Integrating renewable energy into distribution systems has emerged as a priority for India’s power sector as the energy transition moves from capacity addition to system-level integration. With India targeting 500 GW of non-fossil fuel capacity […]
As India’s power distribution companies grapple with rising demand, growing rooftop solar penetration and mounting financial stress, improving efficiency in the last mile has become a strategic imperative. In this context, Jaipur Vidyut Vitran Nigam […]
The Ministry of Power has released the Draft National Electricity Policy (NEP) 2026, a landmark document aimed at steering India’s power sector towards the vision of Viksit Bharat @2047. Once finalised, the policy will replace […]
Electrical cables and conductors are essential elements of the power system, facilitating the secure and effective transmission and distribution of electricity from its points of origin to the end users. Cables and conductors have been […]
The demand for advanced cables and conductors is growing rapidly. As power networks become more complex and renewable integration expands, cable technology is playing a crucial role in ensuring efficient, reliable and sustainable energy transmission. […]
India’s electrical cables and conductors industry is entering a phase of sustained, policy-driven expansion, supported by rapid urbanisation, infrastructure growth and large-scale government interventions across the power and digital sectors. Industry estimates place the market […]
With rapid urbanisation, the limitations of traditional overhead cabling are becoming more apparent. Dense urban areas offer limited space, and exposed lines are vulnerable to weather-related outages and safety hazards. To overcome these issues, underground […]
India’s transmission system is under increasing pressure as electrification accelerates, renewable projects scale up and urban demand continues to rise. Traditionally, network capacity enhancement has relied on building new lines or reconstructing existing ones, solutions […]
Over the past few years, India’s electricity distribution segment has witnessed increased policy attention aimed at addressing structural challenges and improving the performance of discoms. Recognising that the distribution segment forms the backbone of the […]
India’s smart metering market is on the cusp of exponential growth. Following the success of various pilot projects across the country and positive outcomes for stakeholders, the pace of smart meter awards and installation is […]
The Ministry of Power has released the much-awaited draft Electricity (Amendment) Bill, 2025. The bill comes at a crucial juncture when the power sector is witnessing rapid transformation, driven by rising electricity demand, the growing […]
India’s power sector is undergoing a period of strong growth, marked by rising demand, record renewable capacity additions, evolving market mechanisms and rapid digital transformation. Demand continues to be driven by increasing electrification, expanding commercial […]
The power distribution segment showed a mixed performance last year. While aggregate technical and commercial (AT&C) losses increased to 16.12 per cent in FY 2024 from 15.36 per cent in FY 2023 due to a […]
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