**Executive Summary**
The Bharat Electricity Summit 2026, a four-day global conference inaugurated on March 19, 2026, serves as a platform to showcase India’s energy transformation and future roadmap. The event marked the release of strategic reports on resource adequacy and the integration of 900 GW of non-fossil fuel capacity by 2035-36. It outlines a vision for ₹200 lakh crore in investment over the next two decades to transition India into a developed nation by 2047.
**Key Points / Main Content**
**Strategic Reports and Infrastructure Roadmap**
* **National Resource Adequacy Plan:** Released to provide a comprehensive roadmap for meeting India’s growing electricity demand through a balanced energy mix.
* **Transmission Plan for 2035-36:** A blueprint to integrate over 900 GW of non-fossil fuel capacity, requiring 1,37,500 circuit kilometers of transmission lines and 8,27,600 MVA substation capacity.
* **Financial Investment:** The transmission expansion requires an estimated investment of ₹7.93 lakh crore to ensure grid resilience and renewable energy evacuation.
**Sectoral Achievements and Capacity Growth**
* **Renewable Milestones:** India achieved its 50% cumulative non-fossil electric capacity target five years ahead of schedule, with solar capacity growing from 2.8 GW to over 143 GW.
* **Infrastructure Expansion:** Transmission infrastructure has expanded by 72% to over 5 lakh circuit kilometers, currently supporting a peak demand of 250 GW with readiness for 270 GW and beyond.
* **Policy Drivers:** Key initiatives mentioned include the SHANTI Act 2025, PM Surya Ghar Muft Bijli Yojana, and large-scale smart meter deployment.
**Future Objectives and Global Leadership**
* **Investment Potential:** The power sector offers approximately INR 200 lakh crore in investment opportunities over the next 20 years.
* **Global Connectivity:** Plans include developing cross-border energy connectivity and undersea transmission networks to position India as a global exporter of affordable energy.
* **Participative Economy:** Over 32 lakh households and 23 lakh farmers are currently contributing to clean energy generation.
**Summit Scale**
* **Participation:** The event features 100+ conference sessions, 300+ speakers, and representatives from over 80 countries.
* **Exhibition:** Includes over 500 exhibitors, 100+ startups, and an expected 25,000+ visitors.
**Impact Analysis**
**Investors and Financial Institutions**
**Impact**
The sector presents a massive investment landscape estimated at ₹200 lakh crore over 20 years, with a specific ₹7.93 lakh crore requirement for transmission infrastructure.
**Action Required**
Identify and capitalised on large-scale opportunities in transmission, renewable integration, and smart infrastructure projects.
**Power Grid and Infrastructure Developers**
**Impact**
These entities are tasked with the massive expansion of the national grid, including the development of over 1.37 lakh circuit kilometers of lines to support 900 GW of non-fossil fuel.
**Action Required**
Align technical operations and project timelines with the newly released Transmission Plan and National Resource Adequacy Plan.
**Startups and Technology Providers**
**Impact**
The focus on innovation, smart meters, and data-driven systems provides a significant market for new technologies and global partnerships.
**Action Required**
Leverage the summit's platform for global collaboration and focus on scaling technological solutions for grid balancing and efficiency.
**Residential and Agricultural Consumers**
**Impact**
A shift toward a "participative energy economy" allows households and farmers to contribute directly to energy generation through government schemes.
**Action Required**
Continue adoption of clean energy initiatives such as solar rooftop programs and agricultural energy schemes.
Key Entities Referenced
Bharat Electricity Summit 2026: A global conference-cum-exhibition and industry-led initiative inaugurated by the Ministry of Power to showcase innovation and global collaboration in the electricity sector.
Transmission Plan for Integration of over 900 GW Non-Fossil Fuel Capacity by 2035-36: A strategic blueprint involving an estimated investment of ₹7.93 lakh crore to develop 1,37,500 circuit kilometers of transmission lines and increase substation capacity.
National Resource Adequacy Plan: A strategic roadmap released by the Ministry of Power to meet India's growing electricity demand through a balanced energy mix.
SHANTI Act 2025: A legislative milestone cited as a key achievement in India's power sector transformation and energy transition goals.
PM Surya Ghar Muft Bijli Yojana: A national scheme mentioned as a driver for clean energy generation and moving towards a participative energy economy.
Ministry of Power
Maiden Edition of India’s Biggest Electricity
Show – Bharat Electricity Summit 2026
Commences
Two Key Reports - National Resource Adequacy Plan and
Transmission Plan for Integration of over 900 GW Non-Fossil
Fuel Capacity by 2035-36 Released
India’s Focus is on Innovation, Affordability and Global
Collaboration in the sector, says Sh. Manohar Lal
Posted On: 19 MAR 2026 7:24PM by PIB Delhi
‘Bharat Electricity Summit 2026’, a four-day global Conference-cum-Exhibition for the power sector, was
inaugurated by Union Minister of Power and Housing & Urban Affairs Sh. Manohar Lal today at
Yashobhoomi, New Delhi. Shri Pralhad Joshi, Minister of New and Renewable Energy and Consumer Aff
airs, Food and Public Distribution, Government of India; Shri Shripad Naik, Minister of State for Power
and New & Renewable Energy, Government of India; Shri Pankaj Agarwal, Secretary, Ministry of Power,
Government of India; Shri Ghanshyam Prasad, Chairperson, Central Electricity Authority (CEA) were
also present during inauguration.While hailing achievements such as achieving its Nationally Determined Contribution (NDC) target of
50% cumulative non-fossil electric capacity nearly five years ahead of schedule, the SHANTI Act 2025,
PM Surya Ghar Muft Bijli Yojana, transition from power deficit to a power surplus nation, exponential
growth in solar energy capacity from 2.8 GW solar capacity to over 143 GW today, Shri Manohar Lal
underscored the unprecedented investment opportunities of approx. INR 200 lakh crore over the next two
decades in India’s power sector. In his keynote address, the Minister also highlighted India’s remarkable
progress with a 72% expansion in transmission infrastructure to over 5 lakh circuit kilometers, meeting
250 GW peak demand in 2024-25 and being fully prepared to meet peak demand of 270 GW and beyond,
while positioning itself as a future global exporter of affordable energy as the backbone of India’s vision
to become a developed nation by 2047, he also outlined initiatives such as cross-border energy
connectivity, undersea transmission networks.
He further added, “Today is not just another day, it is a day of resolve for India’s energy transformation.
From relying on conventional resources to now returning to the power of the sun, we are completing a full
circle. Energy is at the heart of development, and as India moves towards becoming a developed nation by
2047, our focus is on innovation, affordability, and global collaboration. This ‘Conference of Light’ is not
just an event, but a movement to take India’s energy leadership to the world.”
Shri Pralhad Joshi emphasized that while thermal power will continue to serve as the backbone of the
energy system, renewable energy represents the only sustainable long-term pathway, underscoring the
need for a balanced transition driven by scale, speed, and skill.
Complementing this vision, Shri. Shripad Naik highlighted that India’s installed power capacity has more
than doubled since 2014, with renewable energy witnessing exponential growth, from 2.8 GW solar
capacity to over 143 GW today. He emphasized that over 32 lakh households and 23 lakh farmers are
already contributing to clean energy generation, reflecting a shift towards a participative energy economy.
Adding to this, Shri Pankaj Agarwal, Secretary, Ministry of Power, stated that India now operates one of
the world’s largest synchronised grids, supported by advanced balancing systems, large-scale smart meter
deployment and strong policy frameworks.
He further added, “India’s power sector transformation over the past decade offers a strong global model,
driven by policy clarity, scale, and innovation. From near-zero peak deficits to one of the world’s largest
synchronized grids, and from falling solar tariffs to smart infrastructure rollout, we are building a system
that is efficient, reliable, and investment-ready. The next phase will be defined by technology, data, and
global partnerships.”During the inaugural session, the Ministry of Power released key strategic reports including the National
Resource Adequacy Plan, outlining a comprehensive roadmap to meet India’s growing electricity
demand through a balanced energy mix, and the Transmission Plan for Integration of over 900 GW
Non-Fossil Fuel Capacity by 2035-36. The transmission blueprint envisages the development of 1,37,500
circuit kilometers of transmission lines and 8,27,600 MVA substation capacity, with an estimated
investment of ₹7.93 lakh crore, ensuring seamless evacuation of renewable energy and strengthening grid
resilience.
The Bharat Electricity Summit 2026 is a Ministry of Power and industry-led initiative. The summit will
host more than 100 high-level conference sessions featuring over 300 speakers, representatives from more
than 80 countries, over 500 exhibitors including over 100 startups and more than 25,000 visitors, making
it one of the largest electricity-focused platforms globally.
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Dr Nimish Rustagi
Chief Media and Communications Officer
Ministry of Power
nimish.rustagi[at]nic[dot]in
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