The partnership will ensure that materials used in RDSS projects meet prescribed standards and enhance the operational reliability of the distribution network.
Power sector financier REC Ltd, a Maharatna company under the Ministry of Power, has partnered with the national power research institute, Central Power Research Institute (CPRI), to strengthen quality testing and assurance mechanisms under the Revamped Distribution Sector Scheme (RDSS).
The MoU was signed between Yogendra Singh, General Manager, REC, and MG Anandakumar, Joint Director, CPRI. Prince Dhawan, Executive Director, REC, and Neha Adhikari, Joint Director, CPRI, along with senior officials from both organisations, were present on the occasion.
Under the agreement, REC and CPRI will collaborate on third‑party quality testing of RDSS project materials, technical support, capacity‑building initiatives, and development of robust quality frameworks.
The partnership will help ensure that materials used in RDSS projects conform to prescribed standards and contribute to improved operational reliability of the country’s power distribution network.