Event overview
India hosts 89th IEC General Meeting 2025: India will host the 89th General Meeting of the International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC) from 15 to 19 September 2025 at Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi. The event, organised by the Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS), will unite over 2,000 global experts from more than 100 countries. It aims to deliberate on international electrotechnical standards that drive sustainability and innovation.
Static GK fact: IEC was founded in 1906 and is headquartered in Geneva, Switzerland.
Inauguration and exhibition
The meeting will be inaugurated by Shri Pralhad Joshi, Union Minister of Consumer Affairs and New & Renewable Energy. The IEC GM Exhibition, opening on 16 September by Shri Piyush Goyal, will showcase innovations in smart lighting, electric mobility, IT manufacturing, and electronics.
The exhibition will feature 75 exhibitors, free public entry with registration, and participation from over 2,000 students. It is expected to be the largest electrotechnical showcase in India to date.
Static GK Tip: Bharat Mandapam, the venue, hosted the G20 Summit in 2023.
India’s leadership in standardisation
India has been designated the Global Secretariat for Standardisation in Low Voltage Direct Current (LVDC). LVDC is critical for clean, pollution-free energy solutions. This recognition highlights India’s role in shaping sustainable standards.
Mr. Vimal Mahendru, Vice President of IEC, noted that IEC standards influence nearly 20% of global trade by value. India’s leadership in LVDC is a strategic step in the global clean energy transition.
Static GK fact: BIS, established in 1987, is India’s National Standards Body.
Workshops and technical sessions
The IEC GM 2025 will host 150+ committee meetings and specialised workshops. Key themes include:
- 15 September – Fostering a sustainable world
- 16 September – Artificial Intelligence and innovation
- 17 September – Future of electric mobility
- 18 September – Building an inclusive all-electric society
These sessions aim to create consensus on next-generation standards in technology and sustainability.
Youth engagement and sustainability
The IEC Young Professionals Programme will involve 93 participants in workshops and industry visits, nurturing future technology leaders. BIS will also integrate standardisation into education through student chapters and internships.
At the BIS Pavilion, visitors can take a Digital Sustainability Pledge. For every pledge, BIS will plant a sapling, promoting environmental stewardship nationwide.
Strategic impact for India
Hosting the IEC GM reinforces India’s rising role in the global standards ecosystem. It allows India to influence global frameworks while strengthening Make in India, Digital India, and Aatmanirbhar Bharat missions. With leadership in LVDC standardisation, India is positioning itself at the forefront of clean energy, smart infrastructure, and electric mobility.
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India hosts 89th IEC General Meeting 2025:
| Topic | Detail |
| Event | 89th IEC General Meeting 2025 |
| Host country | India |
| Dates | 15–19 September 2025 |
| Venue | Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi |
| Organiser | Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) |
| Participants | 2,000+ experts from 100+ countries |
| Exhibition | 75 exhibitors, free entry with registration |
| India’s role | Global Secretariat for LVDC |
| Key ministers | Pralhad Joshi, Piyush Goyal |
| Global impact | IEC standards influence 20% of global trade |
