All India Discoms Association (AIDA) has successfully organised a National Webinar on Smart Metering on 22nd July 2025 with participation from over 85 DISCOMs representatives.

Shri Rakesh Kumar, IAS, CMD, APDCL, delivered an insightful session on Assam’s Smart Metering journey— installing 42 lakh smart meters (60% of total consumers), and achieving 100% coverage of DTRs and 11kV/33kV feeders. The implementation has led to a significant reduction in AT&C losses from 18.2% to 13.5% and energy savings of 9.6 MUs through automated disconnection of non-essential government loads.

Highlights included advanced data analytics for load forecasting, targeted theft and bypass detection, a mobile app for real-time reporting with photographic evidence, and a centralized dashboard for monitoring non-communicating meters and prompt corrective actions.

Shri Alok Kumar, DG, AIDA, concluded the session, emphasizing the critical role of smart metering in transforming the distribution sector, while congratulating Assam for its impactful implementation.