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1. In July 2023 smart meters were included in the Annexure I of Public Procurement (Preference to
Make in India), Order.

2. Presently, the minimum local content in smart meters is to be 60%.

3. In addition, since the Head End System (HES) and Meter Data Management (MDM) System are
vital components of the Advanced Metering Infrastructure, 100% MLC in MDM and HES was
mandated w.e.f. 01.01.2025.

Several key initiatives have been undertaken for smart monitoring of electricity consumption at all levels.
These include:

i. Smart meters provide consumers with real-time data on their energy usage.

ii. The data generated from smart meters at the system level including Feeders and Distribution
Transformers and consumer level gives complete insights regarding energy accounting and is
being used by the Distribution utilities for conducting energy audits.

iii. The shift to prepaid smart meters allows for better budgeting for consumers and improved cash
flow & billing efficiency for utilities.

iv. Monitoring at the substation and grid level involves automation and integration of IT systems to
improve reliability and efficiency. SCADA (Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition)/ DMS
(Distribution Management System) systems have been sanctioned under RDSS which help in
reducing outages and improving response times to faults through remote monitoring and control,
thus improving the efficiency and reliability of power distribution networks.

v. Funds have been allocated under the scheme for modernisation works including strengthening
and upgrading distribution infrastructure, including substations, transmission lines, and
underground cabling. The digitalization and modernization of the grid is essential for integration
of renewable energy sources into the Distribution network, thereby facilitating the clean energy
transition in the country.

vi. Further, the Ministry is also actively supporting the Technology Solution Providers (TSPs),
including startups to develop and scale up solutions that leverage the data from smart meters for
various use under RDSS.

Power Minister Sh. Manohar Lal Commenced COD of 250 MW 3rd Unit of Tehri Variable Speed PSP

THDC India Limited (THDCIL) has commenced the Commercial Operation Date (COD) of the 3rd Unit (250
MW) of the 1000 MW Tehri Variable Speed Pumped Storage Plant (PSP), making it the largest PSP of its
kind by a Central Public Sector Enterprise. Sh. Manohar Lal, Minister of Power, commenced the COD
virtually from New Delhi.

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