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She passionately underscored the need for creating more leadership opportunities for women to drive innovation and change. PFC remains dedicated to championing workforce diversity and empowering women professionals to take on pivotal roles in the evolving energy landscape. Her insights resonated as a call to action for the industry to foster an environment where courage and expertise lead the way toward a greener future.

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The highlight of the conclave was its distinguished list of guests:

Chief Guest: Mr Shripad Yesso Naik, Hon’ble Minister of State for Power and New & Renewable Energy, Government of India

Chair: Mr P R Kumar, Power Committee, PHDCCI & MD & CEO, Noida Power Company Ltd

Guest of Honour: Mr Alok Kumar, IAS (Retd.), Director General, All India Discoms Association & Former Power Secretary, Government of India

Guest of Honour: Mr Ghanshyam Prasad, Chairperson, Central Electricity Authority

The Conclave commenced with a warm welcome address by Dr Ranjeet Mehta, CEO and Secretary General, PHDCCI, who emphasised the significance of the Hon’ble Minister of State for Power and New & Renewable Energy’s presence, underscoring the importance of the conclave and the critical role that DISCOMs play in India’s evolving energy landscape.

Speaking at the 4th DISCOM Conclave 2026, the Chief Guest, Mr Shripad Yesso Naik, Hon’ble Minister of State for Power and New & Renewable Energy, Government of India highlighted India’s remarkable power sector transformation under Prime Minister Modi’s leadership, from universal electrification to 500 GW renewable capacity targets. He emphasised that financially strong and digitally intelligent DISCOMs are central to achieving the nation’s energy vision.

With 5.5 crore smart meters already installed under the Revamped Distribution Sector Scheme (RDSS), he underscored the transformative potential of AI in demand forecasting, grid management, and operational efficiency. He called upon industry, innovators, and financial institutions to partner in building next-generation DISCOMs fit for Viksit Bharat 2047.

Mr Ghanshyam Prasad, Chairperson, Central Electricity Authority states – Building next-generation DISCOMs demands excellence across two critical dimensions — technical reliability and digital intelligence. On the technical front, DISCOMs must progressively achieve N-1 reliability standards at the distribution level, ensuring consumers receive truly uninterrupted, quality power supply.

Digital transformation must go beyond smart metering to encompass a holistic, integrated digital architecture with standardised components, interoperable systems, and robust cybersecurity frameworks. Bihar’s near one-crore smart meter deployment in prepaid mode demonstrates the transformative financial and operational impact already achievable.

The real opportunity lies in leveraging granular consumption data for precise demand forecasting, peak load prediction, and dynamic resource adequacy planning. Integrating finance, technology, data, and planning into one cohesive architecture will position Indian DISCOMs among the world’s best, driving India’s journey toward Viksit Bharat 2047.

Supporting the discussion further, Mr Alok Kumar, IAS (Retd.) Director General, All India Discoms Association & Former Power Secretary, Government of India said – “Indian DISCOMs have achieved a commendable turnaround in FY25, with reduced aggregate losses and improved profitability. With AT&C losses at 15%, there remains a significant opportunity to close the gap with the global benchmark of 7.5%, while turning the ACS-ARR gap meaningfully positive will further strengthen long-term financial resilience. With electricity demand projected to grow four to five times by 2047, DISCOMs have an immense opportunity to scale up, provided network investments keep pace with renewable integration.

Realising this potential requires pushing billing efficiency from 87% towards 92-93%, achieving 100% collection efficiency, ensuring timely state government subsidy payments, and enabling realistic tariff revisions by State Electricity Regulatory Commissions (SERCs). Encouragingly, addressing these two structural enablers — timely subsidies and progressive tariff revisions — alone can resolve 90% of sectoral financial stress. With focused operational improvements, India’s DISCOMs are well-positioned to become financially resilient institutions capable of powering Viksit Bharat 2047.

While addressing at the Conclave Mr P R Kumar Chair, Power Committee, PHDCCI & MD & CEO, Noida Power Company Ltd said – “India’s power distribution sector has made significant strides, with Aggregate Technical & Commercial (AT&C) losses falling from over 25% in FY14 to nearly 15% in FY25, and the Average Cost of Supply per unit to the Average Revenue Realized (ACS-ARR) gap narrowing to just 6 paise per unit. DISCOMs have collectively reported positive PAT this year. However, financial fragility persists, with nearly 80% of DISCOMs having a Debt Service Coverage Ratio below 3. Strengthening finances requires reducing losses, optimising power purchase costs, and ensuring cost-reflective tariffs.

On the digital front, transformation is no longer optional. With renewable energy poised to constitute 80% of future capacity, demand-side flexibility through smart metering and digital infrastructure is critical. Beyond the mandated 25 crore smart meters, DISCOMs must build a comprehensive digital stack — encompassing AI-based forecasting, SCADA, AMI, and cybersecurity frameworks — to evolve into intelligent energy service providers.”

In his address, Dr Ranjeet Mehta also predicted – “The DISCOMs will not just be power distributors — they will be energy managers, digital service providers, and key enablers of India’s energy transition. With smart meters, data analytics, AI-based demand forecasting, and improved consumer interfaces, DISCOMs can become more consumer-centric and financially sustainable.

In today’s rapidly changing environment, DISCOMs are recalibrating their strategies. I believe that across the country, DISCOMs have increasingly recognized that the customer must be at the center of their strategy.”

Amid the enlightening speeches by our honourable guests, PHDCCI and FICHTNER released a knowledge report on “Creating Next Generation DISCOMs – Financially Strong and Digitally Smart” underscoring the conclave’s vision and its alignment with India’s journey towards 2047. The report is also attached with this press release.

The event was also attended by a vast pool of policy makers, regulators, sustainability enthusiasts, power and distribution experts, entrepreneurs, and industry stakeholders.

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He further articulated that PSUs must evolve to remain competitive and relevant in the face of emerging global challenges. According to him, the future of public enterprises depends on their ability to innovate, adopt new technologies, and foster a culture of excellence and efficiency. Mishra ji encouraged the leaders in the public sector to leverage opportunities offered by programs like DAKSH to broaden their horizons, sharpen their judgment, and cultivate a forward-looking mindset that aligns with India’s vision of a self-reliant and technologically advanced economy.

Dr. Mishra’s remarks also reflected his belief that the public sector is uniquely positioned to lead India’s energy transition and sustainable development. As the Principal Secretary to the Prime Minister, he conveyed confidence that with capable and visionary leadership, PSUs can continue to be the driving force behind India’s growth story. His vision underscores the importance of nurturing high-caliber leaders through capacity-building initiatives like DAKSH, ensuring that PSUs remain agile, innovative, and capable of addressing the complex challenges of the future while contributing to national progress.

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New Delhi, 20 December 2025 : In a historic and inspiring step toward a sustainable future, Tata Power-DDL, through its Village Customer Group (VCG–Solar), successfully organized a Mega Solar Awareness Camp at the Birla Temple premises, Barwala Village, recently. The landmark event witnessed the participation of over 200 villagers, reflecting strong community commitment toward rooftop solar adoption and clean energy transition.

The defining moment of the program was the Solar Oath Ceremony, where 50 members of the Barwala Vikas Mandal, along with local sports players, community leaders, and social representatives, collectively pledged to promote rooftop solar in the village. These participants took on the role of “Village Solar Brand Ambassador Customers,” marking a first-of-its-kind grassroots commitment in the rural belt.

The oath ceremony was conducted in the esteemed presence of Ms. Anju Aman Dabas, Local Councilor, and Ms. Fiza Ravinder Inderraj, Social Worker and representative of the Hon’ble Minister of Delhi, Mr. Ravinder Inderraj, who appreciated the initiative and urged villagers to collectively work towards transforming Barwala into a model solar village.

The mega awareness camp featured a series of impactful and engaging activities designed to strengthen solar literacy and community participation, including:

• A Solar Awareness Rally led by Tata Power-DDL’s Solar Sakhis, covering key areas of Barwala village
• An interactive Rooftop Solar Workshop by Tata Power-DDL’s solar experts, highlighting installation processes, government subsidies, policies, and system maintenance
• A powerful Nukkad Natak (street play) focusing on energy conservation, cost savings, and environmental protection
• Recognition of six existing rooftop solar customers for their leadership in adopting clean energy
• Felicitation of 15 young sports players as symbols of youth leadership and sustainability ambassadors
• On-the-spot solar registrations and site facilitation for interested residents

During the customer recognition ceremony, early solar adopters from Barwala were applauded for setting an example for the entire community by embracing green technology.

The program concluded on a high note with Tata Power-DDL and VCG–Solar expressing sincere appreciation to the residents of Barwala, community leaders, youth, and social representatives for their enthusiastic participation. The event reinforced Tata Power-DDL’s commitment to empowering villages through clean energy solutions and positioned Barwala as a torchbearer of community-driven solar adoption.

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Gracing the occasion, Shri Gurdeep Singh, Chairman and Managing Director, NTPC Limited, spoke about the evolving energy transition scenarios and the opportunities available for NTPC in this changing landscape. Shri Jaikumar Srinivasan, Director (Finance) made a presentation highlighting NTPC’s transformation into an integrated energy conglomerate.

Through a series of presentations, NTPC and its group entities showcased their commitment to sustainable growth aligned with the Viksit Bharat vision of the Government of India. Leading credit rating agencies, such as Moody’s, S&P Global Ratings, Fitch Ratings, and CAREdge shared their perspectives on India’s sovereign rating, the power sector, and NTPC’s credit profile.

The meet also featured an interactive question-and-answer session, during which NTPC’s management addressed queries and observations raised by participants. The event was attended by NTPC’s senior leadership team, along with CEOs and CFOs of major group companies.

The Lenders’ Meet enabled meaningful engagement between NTPC, its group companies, lenders, and credit rating agencies, reinforcing mutual trust and collaboration in support of the company’s future growth plans.

NTPC currently operates over 85 GW of installed capacity, with 32 GW under construction, and has set an ambitious target to scale up to 149 GW, including 60 GW of renewable energy capacity, by 2032, and further to 244 GW by 2037. The roadmap envisages a capital expenditure of approximately Rs 7 lakh crore, with expansion plans across energy storage systems, pumped storage projects, nuclear power, green hydrogen, and chemicals.

With a diverse portfolio of thermal, hydro, solar, and wind power plants, NTPC is dedicated to delivering reliable, affordable, and sustainable electricity to the nation. The company is committed to adopting best practices, fostering innovation, and embracing clean energy technologies for a greener future.

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