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reportIBEFThursday, 9 July 2026

India's energy storage requirement set to jump from 1 GWh to 888 GWh by 2035-36: Report

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Summary
India's energy storage requirement is projected to reach 888 GWh by 2035-36, driven by rapid growth in battery storage, manufacturing capacity and renewable energy integration, positioning the country as one of the world's fastest-growing energy storage markets.
Key Facts
TypeReport
SourceIndia Brand Equity Foundation
PublishedThursday, 9 July 2026
Affected Population1.4 billion consumers, 300 million without reliable power
Key Numbers
500 GW non-fossil fuel capacity target by 2030
Saubhagya: 100% household electrification
175 GW renewable energy installed (2025)
PM-JAY: 55 crore beneficiaries
Key Authorities
Ministry of PowerMinistry of New & Renewable EnergyCEAMinistry of Social Justice & EmpowermentNITI Aayog
Key Stakeholders
Power ConsumersDISCOMsCoal IndustryBPL FamiliesSenior CitizensPersons with Disabilities
Government Context
NDA IIIBJP-led NDA
Centre-Right
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