Correct option is D
· In March 2022, India’s first Virtual Smart Grid Knowledge Centre (Virtual SGKC) was inaugurated in Manesar, Haryana by the Ministry of Power.
· This center was established to demonstrate advanced technologies in the field of smart grids and serve as a platform for research, capacity building, and knowledge sharing.
Key Points:
· Purpose: To provide hands-on experience with smart grid technologies, simulate real-world applications, and enable stakeholders to understand smart grid concepts.
· Technology Focus: Includes advanced metering infrastructure, microgrids, renewable energy integration, and energy storage systems.
· Partnership: Developed by PowerGrid Corporation of India Limited (PGCIL), a public sector enterprise under the Ministry of Power.