IEC General Meeting

India to Host 89th IEC General Meeting in 2025

Official Press

14 Sep 2025

India will host the 89th General Meeting of the International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC) from September 15-19, 2025, at Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi. The event will gather over 2,000 experts from more than 100 countries to discuss international electrotechnical standards aimed at fostering a sustainable, all-electric world. The meeting will feature workshops on various emerging topics and an exhibition showcasing innovations in electric mobility and smart technologies. India will also serve as the Global Secretariat for Standardisation in Low Voltage Direct Current (LVDC).

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