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Similarly, PM Surya Ghar: Muft Bijli Yojana, targeting one crore households, is poised to become the
world’s largest rooftop solar programme, transforming consumers into prosumers and strengthening
distributed energy systems nationwide.

AI for a Resilient and Inclusive Energy Future

With 125 Member and Signatory Countries, the International Solar Alliance provides a global platform to
scale practical and replicable solutions. Through the Global Mission on AI for Energy, ISA is fostering the
fusion of solar energy and digital intelligence.

Artificial Intelligence can significantly enhance load forecasting, predictive maintenance, grid
optimisation, and renewable integration, improving efficiency, affordability, and resilience.

India’s solar success, the Minister emphasised, is not merely about megawatts installed but about
empowering citizens, supporting farmers, strengthening utilities, and building resilient infrastructure.

Among the key innovations presented were:

1. Digital Consumer Interface – One Solar App:
Developed by BSES Rajdhani Power Limited, the unified “One Solar App” streamlines rooftop solar
adoption through digital registration, transparent net-metering processes, performance tracking,
and integrated service delivery. The platform enhances consumer convenience while improving
operational transparency for distribution utilities.

2. Digital Twin Solutions for DISCOMs:
Indian startups are deploying digital twins—virtual replicas of electricity distribution networks—
to enable real-time simulation, renewable integration modelling, predictive maintenance, and
scenario-based planning. These solutions improve operational efficiency while reducing technical
losses and investment risks.

3. GIS-Based Distribution Modernisation:
Geospatial mapping initiatives, including those undertaken by Andhra Pradesh Eastern Power
Distribution Company Limited, provide asset-level visibility and infrastructure optimisation. GIS-
enabled planning strengthens outage management, capital allocation, and preparedness for
higher renewable penetration.

The convergence of solar, storage, smart grids, and AI will define the future global energy system, and
India stands ready to partner with ISA Member Countries to advance a cleaner, smarter, and more
inclusive energy future.

MNRE Holds Stakeholder Consultation on Draft Floating Solar Potential Assessment and Draft Policy
Framework

Union Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE) organized a Stakeholder Consultation Workshop
on 20-02-2026 under the Chairmanship of Shri. J.V.N. Subramanyam, Joint Secretary (JS), MNRE to discuss

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