The reliable operation of substations and switchgear is critical to ensuring uninterrupted power supply, system stability and network safety. As power systems become more complex and utilities increasingly focus on improving operational efficiency, the role […]
India’s power grid is expanding to keep pace with rising electricity demand propelled by rapid urbanisation, industrialisation and renewable energy integration. A reliable electricity transmission system requires robust infrastructure to balance power generation, transmission and […]
The BES 2026 session on “Building Intelligent Grid Systems: From smart metering and ADMS-DERMS platforms to next generation TSO-DSO co-ordination” was moderated by Satyendra Nath Kalita, Director, Regulatory Affairs, All India Discoms Association, and featured […]
While India’s renewable energy capacity is growing rapidly, this alone is not sufficient to achieve the energy transition; supplying clean energy reliably, securely and affordably requires a transformation of the grid and a shift towards […]
The BES 2026 panel, titled “Unified Power for a New India: Aligning centre-state strategies for energy transition and acceleration”, featured a discussion among Shripad Yesso Naik, Minister of State for Power and New and Renewable […]
At BES 2026, the session on “AI for Power and Power for AI: Revolutionising performance, upgrading distribution and elevating grid intelligence” featured insights from Gerhard Salge, Global Chief Technology Officer, Hitachi Energy; Dr Kwok Wai […]
The Ministry of Power (MoP) recently released the 14th Integrated Rating and Ranking Report, which presents a comprehensive assessment of the operational and financial […]
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 […]
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