New Delhi: A major international gathering focused on the future of electricity, clean energy and power infrastructure begins in New Delhi on March 19 as the Bharat Electricity Summit 2026 opens at Yashobhoomi.
The four-day summit, running until March 22, is expected to attract more than 25,000 visitors, with participation from over 80 countries, making it one of the largest global conference-cum-exhibitions dedicated to the electricity and power sector.
Organised under the aegis of the Ministry of Power, the summit brings together policymakers, global investors, industry leaders, technology companies and energy experts to discuss the future of India’s electricity ecosystem.
Theme Focuses on Growth, Sustainability and Global Connectivity
This year’s summit is being held under the theme:
“Electrifying Growth. Empowering Sustainability. Connecting Globally.”
The theme reflects India’s current focus on expanding electricity access while accelerating clean energy transition and strengthening international partnerships in the power sector.
Officials say the summit is designed to create strategic dialogue around long-term power security, grid resilience and sustainable electricity development.
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Over 100 Sessions, 300 Speakers and 500 Exhibitors
The summit will host:
• More than 100 conference sessions
• Over 300 speakers
• 500+ exhibitors
• More than 100 startups
The event includes participation from international energy ministers, Indian Union ministers, state ministers, regulators, public sector leaders, private energy companies and global institutions.
The large international presence underlines India’s growing centrality in the global energy transition debate.
₹50 Lakh Crore Investment Opportunity in Electricity Sector by 2032
A major focus of the summit is showcasing India’s electricity investment roadmap.
The government has highlighted investment opportunities exceeding ₹50 lakh crore by 2032 across:
• Power generation
• Transmission infrastructure
• Distribution systems
• Energy storage
Officials believe this scale of investment can transform India’s electricity sector while creating major opportunities for domestic and global companies.
Key Discussions on Renewable Energy and Grid Modernisation
The summit’s strategic and technical sessions will focus on major future-oriented areas including:
• Renewable energy integration
• Smart grid technologies
• Energy storage systems
• Digital power distribution
• Transmission infrastructure
• Emission control systems
• Solar energy expansion
Special emphasis is being placed on building resilient electricity systems capable of supporting rapid economic growth.
Make in India and Indigenisation to Remain Core Themes
A major policy focus at the summit is promoting domestic manufacturing and vendor development under the Make in India programme.
Discussions will cover:
• Indigenisation of emission systems
• Domestic power equipment manufacturing
• Supply chain resilience
• Local innovation in electricity technologies
The summit aims to strengthen India’s competitiveness in electricity-sector manufacturing while reducing import dependence.
20,000 Square Metre Exhibition to Showcase Advanced Technologies
A major attraction of the summit is a large exhibition spread across over 20,000 square metres.
The exhibition features technologies across the electricity value chain, including:
• Clean energy solutions
• Smart grids
• Digital utilities
• Energy storage innovations
• Power transmission systems
• Emerging electricity technologies
Startups and established global companies are both participating.
Special Sessions on Emerging Energy Technologies
The summit also includes focused discussions on:
• Industry 4.0 applications in power systems
• Carbon markets
• Hydropower
• Digital transformation
• Energy startups
Officials say these sessions are intended to shape future policy and industry partnerships.
Summit to Promote Government-Industry-Academia Collaboration
The event includes:
• Ministerial meetings
• CEO forums
• Technical dialogues
• Investment discussions
The objective is to strengthen collaboration between governments, industry and academic institutions to support long-term electricity reforms.
India Positioning Itself as Global Energy Transition Leader
Officials say the scale of participation from over 80 countries reflects growing international interest in India’s electricity reforms and clean energy ambitions.
The summit is expected to strengthen India’s global role in:
• Sustainable power development
• Clean energy transition
• Grid modernisation
• Energy investment partnerships
Important Facts
• Bharat Electricity Summit 2026 is being held at Yashobhoomi, New Delhi
• Theme: “Electrifying Growth. Empowering Sustainability. Connecting Globally.”
• Participation from over 80 countries
• More than 25,000 expected visitors
• Over 500 exhibitors including 100 startups
• Investment opportunities of ₹50 lakh crore by 2032
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