Over 27% of the total electrical energy in India is lost because of aggregate technical and commercial (AT&C) losses, making a woeful comparison with global standards. If losses are not kept in check, it is estimated to cost over Rs. 40,000 crores to Indian distribution utilities. The technical losses are primarily because of the type of conductors used, transformer capacity and other equipment used for transmission and distribution of electricity. Commercial losses are caused mainly due to meter tampering, power theft and collection inefficiencies.