New Delhi: In a key event focused on technological advancement across public sector enterprises, Naveen Srivastava, Director (Operations) at POWERGRID, delivered an insightful presentation on the utility’s adoption of Industry 4.0 technologies during a workshop organized by the Department of Public Enterprises (DPE) in New Delhi.
POWERGRID Highlights Cutting-Edge Digital Initiatives
Speaking on the topic “Use of Industry 4.0 Technologies – Perspectives from POWERGRID,” Srivastava outlined the utility’s pioneering efforts in integrating smart technologies into core operations. From AI-enabled predictive maintenance and augmented/virtual reality (AR/VR)-assisted inspections to digital substations and smart grid technologies, POWERGRID’s digital journey was showcased as a model of innovation in the public sector.
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Recognition Among CPSEs
POWERGRID was one of only two utility companies invited to share their Industry 4.0 experience, underscoring its leadership in digital transformation among Central Public Sector Enterprises (CPSEs). This recognition by the DPE reflects the organization’s consistent drive toward operational excellence and modernization aligned with national priorities.
Commitment to Smart Infrastructure & Innovation
The presentation highlighted how the integration of Industry 4.0 tools is enabling POWERGRID to boost system reliability, enhance asset management, reduce downtime, and improve safety and monitoring across its vast transmission network. The utility’s approach aligns with the government’s emphasis on digitalization and smart infrastructure under initiatives like Digital India and Atmanirbhar Bharat.
About POWERGRID
Power Grid Corporation of India Limited (POWERGRID) is a Maharatna PSU under the Ministry of Power. As India’s leading electric power transmission utility, it operates and maintains the national grid, supporting system stability and infrastructure growth. POWERGRID has been consistently recognised for its innovation, talent development, and CSR initiatives—reinforcing its role as a catalyst in India’s energy transition and digital transformation journey.
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