The Central Electricity Authority (CEA) of India has approved the construction of two pumped storage hydropower facilities with a combined capacity of 2.5 GW, aimed at addressing the country's increasing demand for large-scale energy storage. The projects are expected to provide over 15 GWh of storage capacity for the national grid, according to the Ministry of Power.
The first project, a 1.5 GW pumped storage station, is proposed by JSW Energy Ltd and will be located in Maharashtra. The second initiative, led by Tata Power Co Ltd, involves a 1 GW pumped storage complex at the Bhivpuri hydropower station near Mumbai.
Both facilities are expected to be operational within 46 months, with commissioning targeted by 2028. The CEA noted that these projects will play a crucial role in enhancing the reliability and sustainability of India's electricity grid, contributing to a robust and resilient energy future.
The approval aligns with the CEA's broader goal of sanctioning 25.5 GW of pumped storage proposals during the 2024-2025 period. To date, permits have been granted for four projects totaling 5.1 GW under this initiative.
