• Highlights of 12th ISUW 2026
  • 2000+ Participants from 24 Countries | 4 Supporting Ministries, 15 Supporting Organisations and 27 Supporting Media Partners | 50 Key Partners, 24 Exhibitors, 4 Country Partners and 12 Conference Session Partners | 271 Speakers | 18 Thematic Sessions | 7 Bi-lateral & Focused Workshops | 306 Participants from 34 Utilities | 62 Technical Papers Published and 31 Technical Papers Presented | 63 Winners amongst 10 ISGF Innovation Award Categories

ISUW 2026 Speaker

Asit Maharana
Asit Maharana

Head -- ETD, Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS)

Asit Kumar Maharana is a senior standards professional currently serving as Head of the Electrotechnical Department (ETD) and Scientist-E at the Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS), the national standards body of India under the Ministry of Consumer Affairs, Food & Public Distribution. In this role, he leads the development and coordination of Indian standards related to electrical and electrotechnical systems, including power equipment, electrical appliances, renewable-energy technologies, and emerging electrical infrastructure. He works closely with industry, government agencies, research institutions, and technical committees to formulate, revise, and harmonize national standards with international frameworks such as IEC standards, ensuring safety, performance, and interoperability across India's electrical ecosystem. With extensive experience in standards formulation, technical committee coordination, and regulatory engagement, he plays a key role in advancing quality infrastructure and supporting innovation and compliance in India's power and electrical sectors.