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India plans Rs 11.2 trillion shift to smart metering with measurable outcome targets by 2035
Economy
Published on 6 May 2026
10 crore smart meters by FY27 could cut losses
India’s power distribution sector is set for a Rs 11.2 trillion overhaul by 2035, with smart metering moving from hardware upgrades to measurable outcomes. The Central Electricity Authority says digital infrastructure, automation, and AI/ML will power intelligence-driven operations, boosting reliability, improving billing efficiency, and reducing losses, as India targets over 10 crore smart meters by FY27.
- Rs 11.2 trillion transformation planned for power distribution by 2035
- Smart metering focus shifts to measurable reliability and efficiency outcomes
- Digital infrastructure, automation and AI/ML are central to the upgrade
- Target of over 10 crore smart meters by FY27 to curb losses
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