Mumbai, India: In a landmark development in India’s smart energy landscape, CWD Limited, a global IoT design house, and Digismart Network Private Limited, a leader in RF mesh communication technologies, have secured the Letter of Award (LoA) from the Government of Goa – Electricity Department. The project, titled “Appointment of Advanced Metering Infrastructure (AMI) Service Provider for Smart Prepaid Metering in India on DBFOOT basis”, marks a strategic breakthrough for both companies in the rapidly growing smart energy and digital metering sector.

A Transformative Move in Power Metering

This government-backed initiative will lead to the deployment of 9 lakh smart prepaid meters across Goa, representing a massive shift from conventional to smart metering. The move aligns with India’s broader push toward smart grid adoption, improved energy accountability, and digital transformation of critical infrastructure.

The project will be executed on a Design, Build, Finance, Own, Operate, and Transfer (DBFOOT) model, meaning the consortium will manage the infrastructure for a fixed period before handing it back to the state authority. This model ensures both operational efficiency and cost-effective implementation.

CWD and Digismart – A Synergistic Alliance

The collaboration between CWD Limited and Digismart Network brings together two complementary strengths:

• CWD Limited will focus on developing and supplying advanced IoT communication modules tailored for smart prepaid meters. Known for their cutting-edge wireless solutions, the company will leverage its R&D capabilities to ensure robust and reliable connectivity infrastructure.

• Digismart Network will handle the integration, on-ground deployment, and implementation of the AMI systems. As a specialist in Narrowband RF mesh networks, Digismart will play a crucial role in ensuring stable communication between meters and the utility control centers.

Together, they will offer a complete end-to-end solution that includes hardware, software, integration, network management, and service support.

Smart Prepaid Metering: Why It Matters

The deployment of smart prepaid meters is a game-changer in India’s power sector. It empowers consumers to track and control their electricity usage, reduce losses for distribution companies (DISCOMs), and enhance billing transparency.

Key benefits of this initiative include:

• Real-time data collection and analytics

• Prepaid and usage-based consumption models

• Tamper-proof metering and reduced power theft

• Better load management and outage handling

In the long run, such projects lay the foundation for smart cities, where IoT and data play a pivotal role in infrastructure governance.

Government of Goa’s Vision

The Government of Goa’s Electricity Department has taken a forward-thinking step by embracing AMI technology. This project represents its commitment to:

• Digital empowerment of the energy sector

• Reducing technical and commercial losses

• Boosting customer satisfaction through improved service delivery

With an installed base of 9 lakh meters, Goa’s electricity landscape is set to become fully digitalized, enabling a seamless shift to smart grid operations in the future.

CWD’s Commitment to Innovation

Commenting on this development, Siddhartha Xavier, Joint Managing Director of CWD, expressed optimism:

“We are grateful to the Government of Goa for entrusting us with this landmark project for the state. The successful execution of this project by all stakeholders will set a benchmark for smart metering initiatives across India. We are delighted to partner with Digismart Network and this collaboration reflects our shared vision of delivering cutting-edge IoT solutions that empower smart cities and drive energy efficiency.”

This statement underscores CWD’s strategy to move beyond hardware and into integrated, high-value digital infrastructure projects that accelerate India’s digital mission.

Digismart’s Growing Footprint in Smart Utilities

For Digismart Network, the Goa project serves as another significant step in expanding its portfolio of smart utility deployments across India. With several successful implementations in RF mesh network technology, the company is uniquely positioned to drive scalable, secure, and cost-efficient smart metering solutions across the country.

Their systems are known for:

• High penetration in dense urban and rural areas

• Low maintenance cost

• High network reliability and data accuracy

Strategic Implications for the Indian IoT and Energy Sector

This project is more than just a business deal – it signals India’s acceleration toward digital utility infrastructure and IoT adoption at scale.

It supports the central government’s initiatives under:

• National Smart Grid Mission (NSGM)

• Digital India

• Energy Efficiency Services Limited (EESL) driven UDAY scheme

These initiatives collectively aim to transform power distribution and reduce aggregate technical and commercial (AT&C) losses, which remain a major concern for DISCOMs across the country.

Economic and Employment Impact

In addition to technological benefits, the AMI project in Goa is likely to:

• Generate employment opportunities for local engineers, technicians, and support staff

• Create demand for manufacturing components such as sensors, meters, and RF modules

• Promote skill development in IoT system deployment and maintenance

Such projects boost not only technological growth but also the economic vibrancy of the local ecosystem.

The Road Ahead

With the LoA now secured, the next steps for the CWD-Digismart consortium include:

1. Project mobilization and planning

2. IoT module development and testing

3. Network design and pilot phase deployment

4. Mass rollout of 9 lakh meters across Goa

5. Performance monitoring and reporting

Execution will likely be phased, with urban clusters being the first to benefit from smart metering, followed by rural expansion.

Conclusion

The CWD-Digismart consortium’s win in Goa represents a significant breakthrough in India’s journey towards smart energy management. With a deployment scale of 9 lakh smart meters, cutting-edge IoT solutions, and a forward-looking DBFOOT model, the project is set to be a benchmark for future AMI implementations across the country.

It reinforces India’s commitment to leveraging technology for sustainable development, and showcases how collaborations between tech firms can transform utilities into digital-first operations.

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