India’s power sector is poised to unlock massive investment potential worth approximately INR 200 lakh crore over the next two decades, Union Power Minister Manohar Lal Khattar announced during the Bharat Electricity Summit 2026.
Highlighting the sector’s rapid transformation, the Minister emphasised that this investment opportunity will be driven by large-scale capacity expansion, grid modernisation, and the growing integration of renewable energy into the national power mix.
He noted that India has made significant strides in strengthening its power infrastructure, including a substantial expansion of transmission networks, which have grown by over 70% to exceed 5 lakh circuit kilometres. This enhanced infrastructure has enabled the country to successfully meet a peak power demand of around 250 GW in 2024–25, with preparedness underway to handle the demand of 270 GW and beyond.
The Minister also outlined India’s long-term vision of emerging as a global hub for affordable and sustainable energy. Key focus areas include cross-border electricity trade, development of undersea transmission systems, and continued investments in advanced grid technologies.
The announcement underscores the growing attractiveness of India’s power sector for both domestic and international investors, as the country accelerates its transition toward a cleaner, more resilient, and future-ready energy ecosystem.
