Jammu, Oct 14: The Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) on Wednesday stressed the need for stronger quality and safety standards in Jammu and Kashmir’s power sector, particularly in hydropower generation, electricity distribution and emerging clean-energy technologies.
The issue was discussed during a World Standards Day programme organised by the BIS Jammu and Kashmir Branch Office at Hotel Vivanta, Jammu, under the theme “Shared Vision for a Better World – SDG 7: Affordable and Clean Energy”.
Addressing the gathering, Joint Electricity Regulatory Commission (JERC) Chairperson Raj Kumar Chaudhary highlighted the importance of reliable electricity systems, quality infrastructure and standardisation in the power sector.
BIS Jammu and Kashmir Director Jeevanandam D said standardisation was essential for improving energy efficiency, ensuring electrical safety and supporting the transition towards cleaner energy sources.
Referring to Jammu and Kashmir’s hydropower potential, he cited major projects, including the 1,000 MW Pakal Dul, 624 MW Kiru, 540 MW Kwar and 850 MW Ratle projects.
He said reliable equipment, safe installations and compliance with technical standards were necessary for efficient power generation, transmission and distribution.
The programme also focused on the growing importance of standards for electric-vehicle charging infrastructure, battery-swapping systems, solar equipment and energy storage technologies.
Officials said Indian Standards, including IS 17017 for electric-vehicle charging systems and the IS 17896 series for battery swapping, provided technical requirements aimed at improving safety and compatibility.
Experts from IIT Jammu, REC Limited and NTPC Limited discussed power-system stability, grid carbon intensity, sustainable engineering, energy infrastructure and the transition towards cleaner electricity generation.
Dr Arun Kumar Verma of IIT Jammu spoke on sustainable engineering and power-system stability, while REC Limited’s Vivek Chhajer discussed power-sector development and energy initiatives.
NTPC’s Rajan Kumar addressed issues related to electricity generation and clean-energy transition.
Federation of Industries Jammu Chairman Tarun Singla highlighted the importance of energy efficiency, quality standards and sustainable manufacturing for industrial development.
During the programme, BIS felicitated five organisations recognised as its first licensees under the Jammu and Kashmir branch’s jurisdiction. These included Jupiter Aluminium Industries Private Limited, Shree Maa Chintpurni Ferro Alloys Private Limited, Eveready Industries India Limited, Gajpati Industries Private Limited and Aquatek Industries Private Limited.
Standards Club mentors and resource persons from educational institutions were also recognised for promoting awareness about product quality and consumer protection.
The event also featured a discussion on gold hallmarking, with Swarnkar Sangh Jammu President Jagjit Singh emphasising the need for greater awareness among consumers about gold purity and hallmark verification.
Media organisations and representatives, including Rising Kashmir, Greater Kashmir, The Himalayan Mail, Dainik State Samachar and PIB Jammu Director Neha Jalali, were felicitated for their contribution to public awareness.
Representatives from government departments, industries, MSMEs, educational institutions and consumer organisations attended the programme.
The event concluded with a vote of thanks by BIS Joint Director Manish Kumar.
