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CEA Issues 2026 BESS Safety Rules, Mandates Two-Fault Tolerance and Fire Audits from April 2027

CEA’s 2026 amendment mandates BESS safety norms including two-fault tolerance, fire systems, 1.8m fencing, audits within three months, applying to installations above 650 volts from April 2027.

CEA | April 14, 2026 | By EI News Network |  1279

CEA Releases INR 7.93 Lakh Crore Transmission Plan for 900 GW Non-Fossil Fuel Capacity by FY36

The Central Electricity Authority (CEA) has released a long-term transmission plan requiring INR 7.93 lakh crore investment to integrate more than 900 GW of non-fossil fuel-based generation capacity into India’s power grid by 2035-36.

CEA | April 02, 2026 | By EI News Network |  1175

Ministry of Power Directs Coastal Gujarat Power Ltd. to Run Imported Coal Plant at Full Capacity for Summer Demand

Ministry of Power (MoP) directs Coastal Gujarat Power Ltd. to maximise generation, ensure summer power availability through June.

CEA | April 01, 2026 | By EI News Network |  749

India to Add 97 GW Coal and Lignite Based Thermal Capacity by 2035: CEA Study

The Central Electricity Authority (CEA) estimates that India will need around 3,07,000 MW of thermal capacity by 2035, with the Ministry of Power planning to add at least 97,000 MW of new coal- and lignite-based capacity.

CEA | February 10, 2026 | By EI News Network |  1781

CEA Roadmap Sets 100 GW Pumped Storage Target by 2035–36

CEA roadmap targets 100 GW pumped storage by 2035–36 to support renewable integration, grid stability, and long-duration energy storage.

CEA | February 02, 2026 | By EI News Network |  1532

MoP Mandates Biomass and MSW Co-Firing in Coal-Based Thermal Power Plants

The Union Ministry of Power (MoP) mandates coal plants to co-fire biomass and MSW, aiming to reduce emissions, manage waste, and support Swachh Bharat Mission.

CEA | November 19, 2025 | By EI News Network |  2647

CEA Moves to Upgrade India’s Power Sector with New Draft Rules on Infrastructure and Cybersecurity

The CEA has released draft regulations to enhance India’s power infrastructure, covering renewable energy, battery storage, and cybersecurity standards.

CEA | October 07, 2025 | By EI News Network |  3950

Supreme Court Calls for Joint Action Plan to Cut Power Sector Emissions

SC directs Power Ministry, CEA, and CERC to collaborate on reducing carbon emissions from India's power generation sector.

CEA | August 06, 2025 | By EI News Network |  1181

CEA Recommends 62 Percent Non-Fossil Share in 777 GW Installed Capacity by 2029-30

CEA’s 2030 power plan proposes 777 GW installed capacity, with 62 percent from non-fossil sources. It includes major solar, wind, hydro additions and battery storage to meet rising energy demand.

CEA | July 25, 2025 | By EI News Network |  9724

CEA Drafts Safety Norms for Battery Storage Systems, Seeks Comments

CEA releases draft regulations for Battery Energy Storage Systems, outlining fire safety, installation standards, and monitoring protocols. Public feedback invited until July 20, 2025.

CEA | June 24, 2025 | By EI News Network |  2775

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