'Azad' group was founded by Late Mr. Mohd Rashid Azad in 1943 with a vision to serve the nation with his technical ability and competency. He started his career with the maintenance of mini Hydro Electric Projects of United Provinces of that time. Later on, he entered into developing, manufacturing & supply of H.T. & L.T. Line materials, mountings, hardware fittings and conductor accessories. Innovation have been a regular practice of 'Azad' group. Cheat Proof (Anti Pilferage) Meter Boxes and Transformer Locking Device including L.T. Sectionalizer and Two Phase Throw over Switches have been remarkable products of that time, which lifted the ‘Azad’ group to be the member of INDIAN STANDARD INSTITUTE (ISI).