'AI, machine learning based applications to play pivotal role in transforming India’s power sector'

NEW DELHI: AI and Machine Learning (ML) will be central to building intelligent, consumer-centric and self-optimising power distribution networks, Power Minister Manohar Lal said at a two-day national conference on AI/ML applications in the sector at Bharat Mandapam on Saturday.

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He said solutions such as smart meter analytics, digital twins, predictive maintenance, theft detection, appliance-level insights, automated outage prediction and GenAI-based decision-support tools can significantly improve consumer experience and operational efficiency. The Minister also praised the participation of industry, states, innovators, academia and technology partners, and appreciated the AI/ ML solutions showcased by DISCOMs, AMISPs, technology providers and home automation firms.