New Delhi, November 14, 2025 — REC Limited, a Maharatna Public Sector Enterprise under the Ministry of Power, has successfully mediated a pivotal Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between Meghalaya Power Distribution Corporation Limited (MePDCL) and the Central Power Research Institute (CPRI), aimed at strengthening the quality testing infrastructure for power distribution in Meghalaya and North-East India. The MoU, signed in the presence of senior officials including Meghalaya Chief Secretary Dr. Shakeel P. Ahammed and REC CMD Shri Jitendra Srivastava, focuses on establishing a NABL-accredited testing facility within Meghalaya. This initiative addresses logistical challenges by enabling local testing of critical materials, such as transformers and equipment, thereby expediting quality assurance processes and reducing delays associated with transporting materials to distant laboratories. CPRI will provide comprehensive technical support, including preparing specifications, supervision, and training, to ensure the facility meets NABL standards, boosting local technical capacity and ensuring higher quality standards for power infrastructure under the Revamped Distribution Sector Scheme (RDSS).
This strategic partnership signifies a major step toward improving power system reliability and project execution in Meghalaya. REC Limited’s role as the mediator underscores its commitment to timely and high-quality project delivery, while the local NABL-certified lab is expected to accelerate material testing and inspection processes, ultimately benefitting consumers through reduced project delays and enhanced infrastructure quality. Meghalaya’s Chief Secretary emphasized that this initiative will accelerate RDSS implementation and help MePDCL develop in-house testing capabilities, while REC CMD highlighted that establishing a local testing facility will overcome geographic hurdles and ensure that infrastructure projects meet the highest standards, reinforcing the collective commitment of all stakeholders to reliable and efficient power supply for the region.
