The Central Electricity Authority (CEA), under the Ministry of Power, Government of India, is holding a two-day Brainstorming Conclave titled “Making Indian Power Sector AI Enabled”. Consequently, this international conference-cum-exhibition runs on October 14 to 15, 2026, at the Manekshaw Centre, New Delhi.
Furthermore, Union Ministers, senior government officials, policymakers, industry leaders, technology experts, researchers and other stakeholders will attend. Therefore, they will discuss how AI and emerging technologies can transform India’s power sector. Ultimately, the event aims to build dialogue, promote innovation and find practical ways to use AI to improve efficiency, reliability, resilience and sustainability across the electricity value chain.
Themes and Exhibition
The conclave covers a wide range of themes. For instance, these include optimising conventional power generation through AI; AI-driven regulatory reforms; renewable energy integration and grid flexibility, modernisation of distribution and transmission networks, grid stability and system restoration, rooftop solar, microgrids and minigrids, AI in green data centres, cybersecurity and protection of critical power infrastructure, demand response and consumer participation and AI-enabled supply chain management.
In addition, an exhibition will showcase cutting-edge technology innovations. Meanwhile, a dedicated youth session on AI, Innovation & Opportunities in the Power Sector will give young innovators and professionals a platform to explore new opportunities.
Aligned With National Goals
The event follows the vision of Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi to strengthen India’s energy security, promote sustainability and make the country a global leader in technology-driven development. It is expected to build collaboration among government institutions, utilities, industry, academia and technology providers. It should also encourage investment, technology partnerships and international cooperation.
The conclave is expected to support India’s energy transition and energy security. It also supports the goals of Viksit Bharat 2047 and Net-Zero emissions by 2070, through responsible use of AI and other emerging technologies.
Stakeholders who wish to take part can register on the CEA website.
