Bajaj Electricals Limited, a leading name in lighting and home solutions, has entered into a strategic partnership with the TIH Foundation for IoT & IoE at IIT Bombay to co-create intelligent street lighting systems under the “Smart Streetlight Control” initiative. This collaboration blends Bajaj’s extensive experience in large-scale lighting deployments with TIH’s advanced capabilities in electronics, connectivity, and AI/ML research. Together, they aim to build energy-efficient, intelligent lighting networks that align with India’s Smart City mission and support key national programmes such as Digital India and Make in India.
The MoU was formalised at Bajaj’s R&D Centre in Mumbai, with senior leaders from both sides in attendance. Notable participants included Rajesh Naik (COO, Bajaj Lighting Solutions) who joined virtually, and Anand Joshi (CTO & Head – R&D, Bajaj Electricals), Yogesh Jagtap (IoT Vertical Head – R&D, Bajaj Electricals), Kiran Shesh (CEO, TIH), Dr. Prasad Ramanathan (CTO, TIH), and Dr. Ashwini Gajarushi (Engineering Manager, TIH).
The initial phase of the partnership will focus on designing AI-driven lighting systems capable of delivering high levels of energy optimisation, operational efficiency, and reliability. Over time, the scope is expected to widen to address broader smart infrastructure challenges in urban environments.
Anand Joshi, CTO & Head of R&D at Bajaj Electricals, said, “Innovation is deeply rooted in our approach. By joining hands with TIH Foundation, we are taking a meaningful step toward creating smart lighting ecosystems that improve safety, sustainability, and energy usage in cities across India.”
Rajesh Naik, COO – Lighting Solutions at Bajaj Electricals, highlighted the strategic value of the alliance, stating, “Smart lighting is a key enabler of future-ready urban infrastructure. This partnership allows us to combine academic excellence with industry expertise to deliver dependable, large-scale lighting solutions and set new benchmarks for smart city development.”
Kiran Shesh, CEO of TIH Foundation for IoT & IoE, IIT Bombay, added, “This collaboration demonstrates how industry and academia can work together to bring ideas from research labs to real-world applications. By leveraging TIH’s technical depth and Bajaj’s strong market presence, we aim to develop impactful technologies that benefit both industry and society.”
Bajaj Electricals’ commitment to innovation is reflected in its state-of-the-art R&D hub, AB Square, established in 2014 in honour of Anant Bajaj. The company has consistently been recognised for design excellence and innovation leadership, winning accolades such as the Good Design Awards, Golden Peacock Innovation Management Award, and inclusion among India’s Top 25 Manufacturing Companies by Great Place to Work. From illuminating iconic spaces like Wankhede Stadium with advanced LED technology to powering the Mumbai Coastal Road Project with modern tunnel lighting, Bajaj continues to shape India’s lighting landscape.
Founded in 1938, Bajaj Electricals Limited is a prominent Indian company engaged in consumer appliances and lighting solutions. Part of the $100 billion Bajaj Group, the company reported revenues of ₹4,641 crore in FY 24–25. With strong brand offerings such as BAJAJ and Morphy Richards, it operates through a widespread network of 18 branches, 600+ distributors, and nearly 2 lakh retail outlets across the country. Bajaj’s lighting division provides a wide portfolio of LED products and is a leading player in street, sports, industrial, and infrastructure lighting, executing turnkey projects nationwide.
