4th Training Program on ‘Digitalisation, Data Analytics and Change Management’ for DISCOMs

In 2023, GIZ India, on behalf of the Federal Ministry for Economic Cooperation and Development (BMZ), in collaboration with Power Finance Corporation Ltd. (PFC), launched a specialised training program under the Indo-German Energy Program. This initiative aims to equip senior management of public DISCOMs in India with the knowledge and skills to harness smart meter data and digital tools for improved distribution network efficiency. The program also includes case studies and best practices from national and international utilities.  

The 4th edition of the training program was held from 13–15 March in Bhubaneswar, Odisha. In his inaugural address, Shri Saurav Kumar Shah (Executive Director, PFC) highlighted the urgency of digitalisation and the need to leverage smart meter data for effective network monitoring and operations. He emphasised that strong leadership within DISCOMs is crucial for successfully implementing digitalisation policies.  

As part of the training, a half-day site visit was organised at TP Central Odisha Distribution Limited (TPCODL), where participants explored the Smart Meter Testing (MRT) lab, SCADA center, and training facility. Notably, the TPCODL MRT lab is entirely managed by a team of highly skilled female engineers, showcasing a gender-transformative approach in the energy sector.  

A total of eight domestic and two international training programs are planned under this initiative. 

For more information, contact Mr. Kuldeep Sharma – Kuldeep.sharma(at)giz.de.