Guided by the theme ‘Viksit Bharat: Transforming Energy, Transforming Lives’, the forum focuses on aligning policy, technology, and industry action
Bharat Electricity 2025, co-located with POWERGEN India and Indian Utility Week, commenced today at Yashobhoomi, IICC Dwarka, New Delhi, under the theme “Viksit Bharat: Transforming Energy, Transforming Lives.” The event opened against the backdrop of India’s unprecedented strides in power and clean energy, crossing 490 GW of installed capacity, with more than half from non-fossil sources, integrating the world’s largest synchronous grid and discovering global benchmark prices for green hydrogen and ammonia.
The event supported by central ministries was inaugurated in the presence of Shri Bhupinder Singh Bhalla, IAS (Retd.), Former Secretary, MNRE; Shri P.K. Pujari, IAS (Retd.), Former Chairperson, CERC & Former Power Secretary; Shri Narendra Bhooshan, IAS, Additional Chief Secretary Energy & Additional Sources of Energy, Government of Uttar Pradesh; Shri Ghanshyam Prasad, Chairperson, Central Electricity Authority; and Shri Alok Kumar, IAS (Retd.), Director General, All India Discom Association, and Former Secretary, Ministry of Power, Govt. of India. The session underscored India’s resolve to build a resilient, inclusive, and climate-aligned power sector. Speakers emphasised that India’s energy transition is not an obligation imposed by climate concerns but a conscious choice to anchor growth, innovation and global competitiveness.
With participation from more than 10,000 stakeholders, 120+ policymakers and experts and over 250 exhibitors spanning 12,500 square meters, Bharat Electricity 2025 has emerged as the nation’s foremost convergence of policy, industry, and technology. Exhibitors are showcasing next-generation solutions in renewable integration, hydrogen, energy storage, digital grids, and decarbonisation technologies, with live demonstrations reflecting the practical pathways for a sustainable energy future. The scale and ambition of the forum reflect India’s role as both one of the largest energy consumers and one of the most dynamic markets for clean energy investment.
In his welcome address, Shri Bhupinder Singh Bhalla highlighted that the forum is not merely an industry gathering but “a national canvas and a global stage” where energy transition is painted in bold strokes of ambition, innovation, and transformation. He further shed light on India’s chosen path of responsible, self-reliant growth and added that, “In future, every megawatt we add is a promise fulfilled, and every policy we craft will move us closer to an energy future that is globally competitive, affordable, and scalable.”
Present on the ground, Shri P.K. Pujari, in his special address, described the platform as “India’s electricity Davos”, where flexibility, markets, and citizens must be placed at the heart of the transition. He further emphasised, “The event will enable global players to exchange ideas, explore partnerships, and nurture growth.”
Delivering the keynote address, Shri Narendra Bhooshan highlighted Uttar Pradesh’s ambitious vision, as the state has set a bold target of becoming a $1 trillion economy within five years. “Historically, we faced energy infrastructure and supply challenges, but that is changing rapidly. Today, with demand reaching 32 GW, we are among the top states in electricity supply. We have the potential, resources, and ambition to lead, and the energy sector can be at the forefront of this transformation.”
Addressing operational realities, Shri Ghanshyam Prasad, Chairperson of the Central Electricity
Authority underscored the need for unified efforts across sectors, stating, “While previous speakers have framed the broader context of India’s energy ambitions, it’s essential to confront the ground-level challenges of executing this transition. From grid operation constraints to large-scale integration of renewables, the path ahead requires all stakeholders, from policymakers to utilities, to come together and address these issues collaboratively.”
Shri Alok Kumar, Director General of the All India Discom Association, placed India’s energy targets in a broader context, stressing the urgent need for systemic reform. He said, “Energy demand in the country is growing at a CAGR of 3%, and actual consumption is increasing even faster. This momentum will only intensify, underpinned by industrialisation, improved living standards, and a manufacturing-led economy. Achieving true energy independence and reducing our reliance on imported oil requires bold acceleration. The path forward rests on three pillars: affordability, reliability, and sustainability.”
In his vote of thanks, Shri Abhishek Bhatnagar, Director General of ENCIS, underlined that in the age of AI, electrification, and climate volatility, the real currency of progress is infrastructure intelligence—smart, self-healing, resilient, and deeply integrated with our digital public systems. “For India, this is more than a technological shift; it is a sovereign imperative.”
In addition, Day One featured a leadership plenary on India’s Electricity Roadmap 2035 and Energy Outlook to 2047, an international plenary on regional bonds and global goals with participation from Denmark, Germany, and Australia, as well as critical sessions on future electricity markets and nuclear power’s role in a net zero future. The event concluded with the Bharat Electricity Awards 2025, honouring outstanding contributions to renewable energy, grid innovation, and climate leadership.
Bharat Electricity 2025, together with POWERGEN India and Indian Utility Week, is not only a celebration of India’s power sector transformation but also a statement of intent: that India’s energy future will be secure, affordable, sustainable, and globally competitive. It stands as the definitive platform where policy intent meets industry execution, global collaboration, and citizen empowerment—driving the nation closer to its net zero horizon and reinforcing its leadership in the global energy transition.
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