Airtel to deliver secure connectivity for all AESL’s smart meter deployments

Airtel Business, the business-to-business (B2B) arm of Bharti Airtel, has entered into a strategic collaboration with Adani Energy Solutions Limited (AESL) to power over 20 million smart meters.

Adani Energy Solutions holds a substantial order book, with over 20 million smart meters from power utilities in Assam, Andhra Pradesh, Bihar, Maharashtra, and Uttarakhand.

Leveraging its robust nationwide communications network, Airtel will provide AESL with reliable and secure connectivity for the extensive deployment of smart meters. Airtel's transformative smart metering solutions, powered by NB-IoT, 4G and 2G, will facilitate real-time connectivity and the seamless transfer of vital data between smart meters and headend applications.

The solution will also be powered by 'Airtel IoT Hub', offering advanced analytics, diagnostic capabilities, and real-time insights and empowering users with enhanced control over their energy consumption.

"India’s smart metering programme is one of the most significant policy reform measures undertaken by the Government. These meters are critical building blocks for smart grids and fundamental enablers for the digitalization of the power sector. Airtel expects its NB-IoT technology to play a significant role in the Utilities space to connect and manage smart meters at scale with enhanced coverage, high reliability and security. We look forward to a long and fruitful association with the Adani Group, supporting them in their endeavours to digitize utilities," said Ganesh Lakshminarayanan, CEO - Airtel Business (India).