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CEA releases roadmap to 100 GW pumped storage by 2035–36
By January 27, 2026January 27, 2026

The Central Electricity Authority (CEA) has released a roadmap outlining how India plans to achieve 100 GW of Hydro Pumped Storage Projects capacity by 2035–36. Along with capacity projections, the document sets out policy, regulatory and financial measures to accelerate project development and improve viability. The roadmap projects cumulative PSP capacity of about 100,810 MW by 2035–36, including 11,620 MW already under construction. It highlights off-stream closed-loop PSPs as a key driver due to their…

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EAC clears Balimela, Assam PSP-01 and Rajupalem pumped storage projects
By January 27, 2026January 27, 2026

The Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change (MoEFCC) held the 46th meeting of the Expert Appraisal Committee (EAC) for River Valley and Hydroelectric Projects on January 9, 2026. Conducted virtually, the meeting reviewed multiple pumped storage and hydroelectric proposals across India. Several projects received approvals or amendments, while others were deferred or returned for revision. Pumped storage projects approved or amended The EAC recommended the grant of Terms of Reference (ToR) for the Balimela…

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L&T wins contract for 3,000 MW Saidongar pumped storage project
By January 15, 2026January 15, 2026

Larsen and Toubro Limited (L&T) has secured a large contract from Torrent Energy Storage Solutions Private Limited for the construction of the 3,000 MW Saidongar-1 Pumped Storage Project (PSP) in Raigad, Maharashtra. The project is set to become the largest pumped storage facility in India. The order has been awarded to L&T’s Heavy Civil Infrastructure business vertical. The scope of work includes the design, engineering, and execution of all civil and hydro mechanical components of…

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NTPC board clears pumped storage JV and Mauritius subsidiary
By December 24, 2025December 24, 2025

In a regulatory filing dated 23 December 2025, NTPC Limited stated that its board of directors granted in principle approval to form a 50:50 joint venture in India with EDF Power Solutions India Private Limited. The proposed joint venture will focus on the development of Pumped Storage Plants (PSP), which support large scale energy storage and the integration of renewable energy into the power grid. NTPC stated that in February, it had signed a non-binding…

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SJVN invites bids for 2 GW pumped storage projects
By December 15, 2025December 15, 2025

SJVN Limited has issued a tender to develop 2 GW of energy storage capacity through pumped storage projects across India. The projects will be set up on a build-own-operate model and will provide eight hours of discharge, including up to five hours of continuous discharge. The tender states that bidders will be responsible for the financing, development, design and engineering of the energy storage system. The scope also includes procurement, construction and commissioning. Developers will…

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THDCIL begins commercial operations of Unit 3 at Tehri PSP
By December 10, 2025December 10, 2025

THDC India Limited has begun commercial operation of the third unit of the Tehri Variable Speed Pumped Storage Plant. The 250 MW unit is part of the 1,000 MW project, which is now the largest variable speed pumped storage plant developed by a central public sector enterprise. The Commercial Operation Date was commenced virtually from New Delhi by Manohar Lal, Minister of Power. The Minister said the commissioning of the 250 MW unit marks an…

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Power Ministry reviews national progress on pumped storage projects
By November 19, 2025November 19, 2025

The Ministry of Power held a meeting of its Parliamentary Consultative Committee in Kurnool district, Andhra Pradesh, to review India’s plans for pumped storage projects. Union Power Minister Manohar Lal led the discussion and highlighted the role of PSPs in storing surplus renewable energy and maintaining grid stability during evening and night hours. The Minister noted that reservoir evaporation is a concern for long term PSP performance. He advised the use of floating solar systems…

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Over 55 governments back framework to expand pumped storage hydropower
By September 11, 2025September 11, 2025

A new framework to accelerate pumped storage hydropower has received support from more than 55 governments and international organisations. The move aims to strengthen clean energy systems globally. The Global Alliance for Pumped Storage (GAPS), which was created at COP29 in Baku, confirmed the adoption of its governing Principles at the International Forum on Pumped Storage in Paris, France. The Principles highlight pumped storage hydropower as crucial for energy systems that are flexible, secure, and…

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ANDRITZ wins order for Adani’s Gandikota pumped storage plant
By September 5, 2025October 29, 2025

ANDRITZ has been awarded a contract by Adani Green Energy Ltd (AGEL) to provide equipment for the 1,800 MW Gandikota pumped storage plant (PSP) in YSR Kadapa district, Andhra Pradesh. The company will deliver reversible pump turbines, motor-generators, and related electromechanical systems. This marks the third order AGEL has given ANDRITZ, following the 500 MW Chitravathi project in 2023 and the 1,500 MW Tarali project in June 2025. The contract value is reported in the…

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Power Ministry issues clarification on appraisal of hydro and pumped storage DPRs
By September 3, 2025October 29, 2025

The Ministry of Power has issued an office memorandum outlining the appraisal process for Detailed Project Reports (DPRs) of hydro and pumped storage projects that do not require concurrence from the Central Electricity Authority (CEA). The memorandum clarifies that DPRs submitted to the CEA before the exemption took effect may still be reviewed if requested by developers. Projects submitted after the change can also be appraised by the CEA on request. For such cases, the…

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