India Grid Trust (IndiGrid) has successfully commissioned its first standalone Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) project in Dhule, Gujarat. The project has a capacity of 180 MW / 360 MWh, making it one of the largest battery storage facilities in India. The project is expected to play an important role in strengthening the power grid and supporting the growing share of renewable energy in the country.
The battery storage facility has been developed to manage the fluctuations associated with renewable energy sources such as solar and wind power. The system will store surplus electricity generated during periods of low demand and discharge it back into the grid during peak demand hours. This process helps improve grid stability, reduce renewable energy wastage, and ensure a steady supply of electricity to consumers.
The project will also support grid frequency management and help prevent power outages. As India continues to increase renewable energy capacity, large-scale battery storage systems are becoming essential for maintaining a reliable and balanced power network. The commissioning of this project is aligned with the Government of India’s target of achieving 500 GW of non-fossil fuel energy capacity by 2030.
The BESS project has been developed under a long-term agreement, providing IndiGrid with stable revenue visibility while offering a cost-effective energy solution for the state. The company stated that the successful execution of the project highlights its ability to diversify beyond traditional power transmission assets into advanced energy infrastructure solutions.
IndiGrid, India’s first listed power sector infrastructure investment trust, has mainly focused on transmission projects in the past. However, the commissioning of the Dhule battery storage plant marks a major step in expanding its clean energy portfolio.
The project is also expected to strengthen Gujarat’s position as a leading renewable energy hub in India. Industry experts believe similar battery storage projects will become more common in the coming years as battery technology costs continue to decline and demand for clean energy rises.
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