By Atul Bali, Director, National Smart Grid Mission, and Executive Director, POWERGRID Rising renewable energy penetration, large-scale adoption of electric vehicles (EVs) and the growing deployment of battery energy storage systems are some of the […]
In an interview with Power Line, Minhaj Alam, IAS, Additional Chief Secretary, Government of Kerala, and Former Chairman and Managing Director (CMD), Kerala State Electricity Board Limited (KSEB), discussed Kerala’s power sector performance, KSEB’s operational and […]
Power Line is hosting a special 12-part podcast series, “Discom Perspectives”, sponsored by STS Association. The second episode in this series featured an interaction with Alok Kumar, Director General of All India Discoms Association (AIDA). […]
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 […]
Addressing the 1st Annual Electricity Distribution Industry Conference organised by the All India Discom Association, Union Minister for Power, Manohar Lal emphasised that a rapidly expanding economy requires a power sector that is far stronger […]
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 […]
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 […]
At the 20th edition of the Power Distribution conference organised by Power Line, the session on “View from the Top” featured a panel discussion among Alok Kumar, DG, All India Discoms Association (Session Chair); Minhaj […]
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 […]
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 […]
India’s power sector is at a pivotal stage of transition. Rising demand, rapid renewable additions and strong policy support are reshaping the energy landscape. Transmission and distribution reforms are driving operational and financial shifts, even […]
By Arun Kanchan, Former Director/CEO, Torrent Power, BSES Rajdhani Power Limited, BSES Yamuna Power Limited and Bajaj Energy Limited; and Sarang Kanchan, Associate Partner, Takshashila Consultants Indian discoms in 2025 and beyond India’s discoms continue […]
India’s smart metering programme is progressing at an accelerated pace, emerging as a cornerstone of the country’s distribution sector reforms. At a recent Power Line conference, Saurav Kumar Shah, Executive Director, Power Finance Corporation Limited, […]
Incorporated on July 1, 2002, Madhya Pradesh Paschim Kshetra Vidyut Vitaran Company Limited (MPPKVVCL) oversees electricity distribution and retail supply in the Indore and Ujjain divisions. MPPKVVCL secured an “A” rating during 2023–24, reflecting its […]
India’s power distribution segment is undergoing significant transformation, driven by the Revamped Distribution Sector Scheme (RDSS) and smart metering initiatives that are improving operational efficiency and reducing aggregate technical and commercial (AT&C) losses. However, challenges […]
The focus of policy reforms in the power distribution sector is on ensuring the financial viability and sustainability of distribution utilities. The flagship Revamped Distribution Sector Scheme (RDSS) is actively progressing, with a focus on […]
In recent years, discoms have prioritised the modernisation of metering infrastructure through the widespread adoption of smart meters. This is aimed at enhancing the operational and financial performance of discoms. Smart meters offer several advantages, […]
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