Telangana
with Agentic AI
Build with real-world data from India. Create solutions for the world.
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REAL PROBLEMS.
REAL PILOTS.
REAL IMPACT.
In collaboration with
INR 39L
Programme value
3
Companies funded
15
Finalist teams
30
Top Teams Selected for Immersion Day
About the Challenge
The Department of Energy, Government of Telangana, in collaboration with AIKAM, IIIT Hyderabad and GDG Hyderabad, is launching an innovation challenge to source deployable agentic AI solutions for 11 real-world problem statements across the state’s electricity distribution ecosystem.
Open only to working professionals and entrepreneurs, this challenge brings together experienced builders to create solutions that integrate with real systems (SAP, SCADA, GIS, metering) and can be piloted with TGSPDCL or TGNPDCL.
Program Milestone
Why it Matters
Stronger, more reliable and efficient electricity distribution for Telangana
Creates a new generation of energy-tech companies in the state
Positions Telangana as a leader in AI-led public infrastructure innovation
Tangible impact on citizens, utilities and the clean energy transition
From complex energy systems to intelligent solutions. From innovation to impact.
Innovation in energy is not optional – it's essential for Viksit Telangana.
– Department of Energy Government of Telangana
The 11 Problem Statements
Across 3 key themes, published by the Department of Energy
1. Grid, Assets and Field Inspection
- Drone-based asset monitoring
- Network Mapping, Sectionalizing and Load Switching
- Solar Substation Potential Assessment
- Material Quality Inspection and Store Delivery
2. Revenue, Metering and Consumer Experience
- Revenue Assurance Analytics
- Personalized Billing Assistance
- Auto Connection Cost Estimator
- Project Execution Monitoring
3. Predictive Grid Intelligence & Resilience
- DER and Rooftop-Solar Management
- Storm / Weather Outage Prediction and Crew Dispatch
- Predictive Maintenance / Asset Health
What Winners Get
36 Lakhs
Price pool Grants, Credits & Awards
TGSPDCL or TGNPDCL
Paid pilot
CIE, IIIT Hyderabad
12-month Incubation
Mentorship & Data Access
Industry Mentorship + Sandbox Data Access
FAQs
The challenge is open to working professionals with at least two years of full-time experience, founders and co-founders of startups, independent consultants and domain practitioners, and faculty or full-time researchers building with commercial intent. Participants can apply from anywhere in India.