Under the patronage of the Ministry of Power, Bharat Electricity Summit 2026 – a global conference-cum-exhibition for the power and electricity sector – is being held on March 19-22, 2026 at Yashobhoomi, New Delhi. Power Grid Corporation of India Limited, NTPC Limited, Power Finance Corporation Limited, REC Limited and NHPC Limited are the principal partners for the event.
The theme of the four-day event, “Electrifying Growth. Empowering Sustainability. Connecting Globally”, reflects its focus on showcasing India’s leadership in the global energy transition while addressing emerging challenges and opportunities. The summit will bring together domestic and international stakeholders from government, industry and academia to deliberate on the future of electricity and sustainable energy systems, facilitate cross-sector dialogue and strengthen global cooperation through strategic partnerships. In this context, it will serve as a key platform to showcase cutting-edge technologies and global investment opportunities, enabling policymakers, industry leaders, innovators and investors to shape the next chapter of India’s energy growth.
The summit comes at a crucial juncture when India’s power sector is witnessing strong growth, marked by record renewable capacity additions, evolving market mechanisms and rapid digital transformation. During 2025–26 (up to January 31, 2026), the country added 52,537 MW of generation capacity, the highest-ever in a single year. Renewables accounted for the bulk of this expansion, contributing 39,657 MW, including 34,955 MW of solar and 4,613 MW of wind capacity, underscoring the accelerating pace of the energy transition.
The transmission segment has also recorded significant progress. As of January 2026, the national grid comprised over 500,000 ckt km of transmission lines (220 kV and above), with 1,407 GVA of transformation capacity. In parallel, distribution utilities reported a collective profit after tax of Rs 27.01 billion in 2024-25, marking a notable improvement in sectoral performance.
The Strategic Conference at the summit will focus on nine core themes, representing the key pillars of future power systems. These are energy leadership, supply chain evolution, ease-of-doing business, clean energy transition, advanced technologies, inclusive access, workforce development, and financing. These themes provide a comprehensive framework to guide policymakers and industry leaders in building resilient, efficient and inclusive electricity systems.
Bringing together global policymakers, industry leaders, regulators, investors, technology providers and solution innovators, the summit will drive dialogue across the entire electricity value chain – from generation and transmission to distribution, storage and smart consumption. By fostering innovation, strengthening partnerships and showcasing India’s scale and leadership, the event is set to play a pivotal role in shaping a robust, future-ready energy ecosystem with global impact.