BY THE NEWSMAN OF INDIA.COM| Jitendra Srivastava, (IAS) Chairman & Managing Director of REC Ltd., set an inspiring tone at the National Conference on the Use of AI/ML in the Power Distribution Sector with his forward-looking opening remarks. Addressing stakeholders, he highlighted India’s rising global stature in the power sector, calling it “one of the most exciting sectors to be in today.”

Expressing deep appreciation for the Ministry of Power, Srivastava credited its vision and leadership for driving the sector’s remarkable transformation. He noted that the synergy created by blending private-sector innovation with strong government support has become a powerful engine for growth.

Srivastava underscored that emerging technologies—especially artificial intelligence, machine learning, and robotics—are redefining how power is generated, managed, and delivered. These tools, he said, have the capacity to revolutionise distribution networks, enhance efficiency, and improve consumer experience at unprecedented scales.

With his remarks, Srivastava positioned technology as the cornerstone of India’s journey toward becoming a world leader in the power domain—signalling a future where digital intelligence and energy innovation move in tandem to empower the nation.