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Maiden Edition of India’s Biggest Electricity Show - Bharat Electricity Summit 2026 Commences

The Bharat Electricity Summit 2026, inaugurated at Yashobhoomi, New Delhi, marks a significant milestone in India’s power sector transformation. The four-day global conference-cum-exhibition brings together over 300 speakers, representatives from more than 80 countries, 500 exhibitors, and 25,000 visitors, making it one of the largest electricity-focused platforms globally. The summit highlights India’s progress in achieving 50% cumulative non-fossil fuel capacity ahead of its Nationally Determined Contribution (NDC) targets and its transition from a power-deficient to a power-surplus nation. Key initiatives such as the SHANTI Act 2025 and PM Surya Ghar Muft Bijli Yojana further underscore the country’s commitment to sustainable energy and innovation-driven growth.

The Ministry of Power also released two strategic reports: the National Resource Adequacy Plan and the Transmission Plan for integrating over 900 GW of non-fossil fuel capacity by 2035-36. The transmission blueprint outlines the development of 1,37,500 circuit kilometres of transmission lines and 8,27,600 MVA of substation capacity, requiring an investment of Rs. 7.93 lakh crore (US$ 85.14 billion). Additionally, India’s power sector is expected to witness investment opportunities worth approximately Rs. 200 lakh crore (US$ 2.15 trillion) over the next two decades. With a strong focus on innovation, affordability, and global collaboration, India is positioning itself as a future exporter of affordable energy while strengthening grid resilience and ensuring sustainable growth in electricity infrastructure. 

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