Closing the last mile connectivity gap in India's Smart Metering Roll Out
A LoRaWAN® approach for remote and connectivity challenged deployments.
LoRaWAN® for Last-Mile Connectivity is a whitepaper that explores how LoRaWAN® can help bridge connectivity gaps in India's smart metering rollout, particularly in remote villages, hilly terrain, forested regions, low-density feeder networks, and other coverage-challenged environments. The paper compares LoRaWAN® with existing connectivity options such as NB-IoT, RF Mesh, PLC, and cellular networks, highlighting its role as a complementary technology for extending AMI coverage, reducing lifecycle connectivity costs, and improving operational efficiency for DISCOMs and AMISPs.
Key takeaway
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Bridges the last-mile connectivity gap in remote villages, hilly terrain, forested regions and low-density smart metering deployments.
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Complements existing AMI technologies such as PLC, RF Mesh, NB-IoT, and Cellular by covering areas where they face limitations.
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Enables cost-effective and scalable connectivity through long-range coverage, low recurring costs, and utility-controlled infrastructure.
