Smart metering deployment scenarios in India and implementation using RF mesh network

Smart Meters are being deployed in India on the basis of pilot projects by various utilities. The aim is to provide the consumer and supplier an easy way to monitor the power consumption regularly. Deployment of smart meters needs proper selection and implementation of a communication network depending on the features that the situation demands. In fact the design of the smart meter depends on the requirements of the utility company as well as the consumers. In this paper, we present an overview of smart metering deployment scenario in India. This paper also focuses on the smart metering system implementation with special reference to the APDCL as well as some key challenges faced during the implementation process.