About Us
Driving Innovation in Smart Grid & Intelligent Energy Solutions
Innovative Grid is an emerging deep-tech startup founded in 2023 and incubated at Indian Institute of Technology Kanpur (IIT Kanpur). Established with a vision to pioneer smart grid and intelligent energy solutions, the company is driving innovation in power systems to enable a safer, smarter, sustainable, and digitally connected energy future.
Innovative Grid develops cutting-edge products and solutions across smart grid technologies, microgrid management, intelligent monitoring systems, communication platforms, and industrial automation.
These solutions are designed to improve grid reliability, operational safety, energy optimization, real-time visibility, and seamless integration between legacy and modern power systems.
By leveraging AI-driven analytics, real-time communication, and intelligent automation, Innovative Grid supports utilities, industries, infrastructure developers, and smart city projects in achieving greater operational efficiency, sustainability, and resilience.
Our Mission
To facilitate the development of technology-led products and services that help in the development of smart grid technology
Our Vision
To be India's premier hub for smart grid technology, incorporating technologies like smart meters, microgrids, and EMS to create a secure, digital, and efficient energy ecosystem
Incubated at SIIC, IIT Kanpur
Established in 2023 by senior Electrical Engineering professors from IIT Kanpur, Prof. Ankush Sharma and Dr. Saikat Chakrabarti
Meet Our Promoters
With decades of academic excellence, industry collaborations, and a vision to drive innovation in smart grid and intelligent energy solutions , Innovative Grid Services, has been founded by experts and professors from IIT Kanpur
Prof. Ankush Sharma
Professor, IIT KanpurFounder & Director
24+ years in power systems research and consulting. Published IEEE researcher with strong academic credentials. Former TCS/Wipro smart grid research scientist and PMP-certified professional.
Dr. Saikat Chakrabarti
Professor, IIT KanpurFounder & Director
PhD from Memorial University and Chair Professor at IIT Kanpur. Former faculty at QUT Australia and the University of Cyprus. Expert in smart grid monitoring, control and protection.
Mr. Uttam Shah
MD & CEO
20+ years of commercial leadership across global markets. Scaled international sales across utilities, enterprises and multiple industries. Built multimillion-dollar portfolios in IT services.
IEEE UP Section Startup of the Year - 2025
A milestone moment - recognizing our indigenous engineering, research depth and impact on India's smart-grid landscape.
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