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Hans India
6 days ago
- Business
- Hans India
South Asia's largest Battery Energy Storage System opened
New Delhi: Delhi Power Minister Ashish Sood inaugurated India's first commercially approved and South Asia's largest 20 MW/40 MWh standalone utility-scale Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) at the 33 kV Kilokari sub-station in New Delhi. The system has been developed by BSES Rajdhani Power Limited in collaboration with IndiGrid, GEAPP, and TERI. The inauguration ceremony was attended by Member of Parliament Ramvir Singh Bidhuri, along with representatives from various power companies. Speaking on the occasion, Sood described the project as a historic milestone in India's power sector, especially for the national capital. 'This advanced technological setup sets a benchmark not only for Delhi but for the entire country. Developed with state-of-the-art inverter-type battery systems, this initiative will ensure uninterrupted power supply to Delhi's citizens,' he said. He emphasised that the project has been completed in record time under the leadership of Chief Minister Rekha Gupta. The new storage facility, based on cutting-edge technology, aims to significantly enhance the reliability of power supply, particularly in areas with limited infrastructure and unauthorized colonies where grid access is constrained. Sood added that the Delhi government is committed to investing in advanced energy technologies and will offer support to entrepreneurs working in the solar energy sector. 'This project not only contributes to clean energy storage but also marks the beginning of a new era of innovation in power management,' he said.
Time of India
6 days ago
- Business
- Time of India
Delhi Unveils South Asia's Largest 20-MW Battery Energy Storage System to Boost Power Supply
New Delhi: Delhi power minister Ashish Sood on Thursday inaugurated a 20-MW battery energy storage system (BESS) at Kilokari, said to be the "largest" in South Asia. The system is also India's "first commercially approved" utility-scale energy storage system that will ensure improved power supply in different south Delhi areas, covering a population of over one lakh people, according to a statement from power discom BRPL (BSES Rajdhani Power Limited). The 20-MW (40 MWh) BESS installed at the BRPL substation at Kilokari is the "largest" utility-scale system in South Asia. "The energy storage system is designed to deliver up to four hours of reliable daily power—two hours each during the day and night—directly benefiting over one lakh residents in the densely populated Kilokri area in south Delhi," it stated. The system offers multiple benefits such as improved power supply, enhanced grid stability, optimised power purchase costs, peak shaving, reduced overloading of the network, and renewable power integration. Strategically located at the 33/11 kV Kilokri substation, it will deliver up to four hours of reliable daily power, two hours each during the day and night, directly benefiting over 1,00,000 residents in the densely populated Kilokri area in south Delhi, said discom BSES. This initiative significantly enhances grid reliability, especially during peak demand periods, setting a new standard for urban energy management. The project, completed within a year, leverages advanced Lithium Iron Phosphate (LFP) technology known for superior safety, thermal stability, and durability. The system's temperature-controlled containers ensure optimal operations under Delhi's diverse weather conditions, making it ideally suited for dense urban locations, the discom said. South delhi MP Ramvir Singh Bidhuri, BSES director and group CEO Amal Sinha, BRPL CEO Abhishek Ranjan, and many other officials were present at the inauguration ceremony. The power minister said that the govt would deploy this new technology in Delhi and ensure the required investment for the same. "Entrepreneurs keen to work in the solar energy sector will also be supported with necessary facilities to help ensure continuous and sustainable power supply. The project will not only aid clean energy storage and green energy promotion but also marks the beginning of a new era of innovation," he said. Sood stated that implementing this 20 MW storage system will reduce the strain on Delhi's power infrastructure. The govt will scale up the model further, particularly in unauthorised colonies and areas with limited land availability or no existing grid. He said the Delhi govt's top priority is to overhaul the neglected and outdated power infrastructure of the last 10 years. The aim is to rapidly adopt new technologies to ensure smooth and round-the-clock electricity supply for the people of Delhi, he said.
Hindustan Times
6 days ago
- Business
- Hindustan Times
Delhi govt inaugurates battery system to manage peak demand
Delhi power minister Ashish Sood on Thursday inaugurated a 20MW/40MWh stand-alone utility-scale battery energy storage system (BESS), at Kilokri in south Delhi, and said that it will be used to improve power supply and manage peak power demand. Developed by BSES Rajdhani Power Limited, officials said it is the country's first commercially approved and South Asia's largest such system. 'This system, built in record time under the leadership of CM Rekha Gupta, sets a new benchmark in regulatory and technological innovation across India. Developed with support from IndiGrid, GEAPP, and TERI, this is south Asia's largest standalone battery inverter-type power setup — based on advanced technology. Through this initiative, the government aims to ensure uninterrupted power supply for Delhi's citizens. This cutting-edge model will be widely adopted to eliminate power outages across the capital,' Sood said. South Delhi MP Ramvir Singh Bidhuri was also present on the occasion. The minister said the 20MW storage system will reduce the strain on Delhi's power infrastructure. The government will scale up the model further, particularly in unauthorised colonies and areas with limited land availability or no existing grid. 'Under the leadership of CM Rekha Gupta, the Delhi government's top priority is to overhaul the neglected and outdated power infrastructure of the last ten years. The aim is to rapidly adopt new technologies to ensure smooth and round-the-clock electricity supply for the people of Delhi,' Sood said.
Hans India
13-05-2025
- Business
- Hans India
Power charges set to rise in Delhi
New Delhi: Residents of Delhi may soon face higher electricity bills as the Delhi Electricity Regulatory Commission (DERC) has approved an increase in Power Purchase Adjustment Cost (PPAC) rates. The decision is expected to impact consumers during the peak summer months, potentially tightening household budgets at a time of increased electricity usage. DERC has revised the PPAC charges for the quarter from May 9 to August 8, 2025. The overall PPAC rate has been set at 7.25 percent, up from 6.80 percent in the previous quarter. The revised rates vary across power distribution companies: BSES Rajdhani Power Limited (BRPL) will levy a 7.49 percent charge, BSES Yamuna Power Limited (BYPL) will charge 8.11 percent, and Tata Power Delhi Distribution Limited (TPDDL) will implement the highest increase at 10.47%.
Indian Express
07-05-2025
- Business
- Indian Express
Delhi govt approves Rs 107-crore e-bus charging project for 4 Dwarka depots
As the Delhi government plans to operate only electric buses for public transport in the national capital, its transport department has approved a charging infrastructure project for four bus depots in Dwarka. With an estimated cost of Rs 107 crore, the project is expected to be completed within 18 months, aiming to support the growing fleet of e-buses and promote sustainable urban mobility. According to officials, the power infrastructure will be set up by BSES Rajdhani Power Limited at Cluster Depot I, Cluster Depot II in Sector 22, ISBT in Sector 22, and DTC Depot in Sector 8 in Dwarka, exclusively for electric buses. 'The Delhi government has decided to replace the existing fleet of CNG buses of DTC and the cluster scheme with electric buses in a phased manner. Charging infrastructure is required to charge electric buses being introduced by the transport department. The proposal has also been approved by EFC (Expenditure Finance Committee) for sanction,' said a senior official. Officials said that as per guidelines of the Delhi Electricity Regulatory Committee, it is the responsibility of the respective discoms to provide electric connection up to the metering point at bus depots. 'BSES Rajdhani Power Limited will finalise vendors to carry out civil works of the grid and to supply electrical equipment and cables to establish the grid,' said an official. Officials said the government is keen on having financially viable, long-lasting and permanent charging infrastructure. 'The transport department has also been advised to undertake a detailed study and to explore the best practices adopted in other countries having robust EV charging infrastructure. Now, after due deliberations and considering the recommendations from the department, the finance department has approved the project,' said an official. The finance department has directed the transport department to complete the project at the sanctioned cost within the stipulated period. No cost escalation will be considered in future. Officials said the work would be completed within 18 months from the receipt of payment by BSES Rajdhani Power Limited. Around 7,000 public transport buses ply in Delhi and 1,600 of them are electric buses. On average, approximately 87 lakh passengers use the public transport system in the national capital daily–25.02 lakh on DTC buses, 16.39 lakh on cluster buses, and 46 lakh on Delhi Metro.
