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MoP Amends RoW Compensation Guidelines to Fast-Track Land Valuation for Transmission Projects

The Ministry of Power has amended its Right of Way compensation guidelines for transmission lines, introducing a time-bound and standardised land valuation process to reduce delays and speed up project execution.

Ministry Of Power Notification | January 22, 2026 | By Mrinmoy Dey | 559

Ministry of Power Mandates 20 Percent Local Content for BESS Projects Under VGF Scheme

The Ministry of Power has mandated a minimum 20 percent local content, including indigenously developed EMS software, for BESS projects implemented under the VGF Scheme supported through the PSDF, as a prerequisite for fund disbursement.

Ministry Of Power Notification | December 26, 2025 | By Mrinmoy Dey | 1204

Govt Notifies New Minimum Efficiency Standards for Solar Inverters, Effective January 2026

The Ministry of Power has introduced new minimum efficiency standards for grid-connected solar inverters up to 100 kW, applicable to all units manufactured or imported in India from January 2026 to December 2027. Manufacturers must display an endorsement label based on the overall efficiency matrix on the grid-connected solar inverter.

Ministry Of Power Notification | November 14, 2025 | By Mrinmoy Dey | 2331

Ministry of Power Allows States to Develop Standalone BESS with 4-Hour 1-Cycle Configuration

The Ministry of Power has revised its guidelines to allow states to set up standalone battery energy storage system (BESS) projects under viability gap funding with flexible two-hour or four-hour configurations, aiming to enhance grid flexibility and renewable integration.

Ministry Of Power Notification | October 03, 2025 | By Mrinmoy Dey | 2576

Ministry of Power Notifies Rules to Expand Energy Storage Systems Ownership and Usage

The Ministry of Power has amended Rule 18 of the Electricity Rules, 2005, formally recognising Energy Storage Systems (ESS) as independent infrastructure assets, opening the door for wider ownership, flexible business models, and a competitive storage market in India.

Ministry Of Power Notification | September 22, 2025 | By Mrinmoy Dey | 2680

Govt. Backs Pumped Storage Expansion, Relaxes CEA Approval Norms for Select Projects

The government has exempted off-stream closed-loop pumped storage projects from mandatory CEA approval, while hydro schemes above INR 3,000 crore will still require scrutiny, balancing energy transition needs with dam safety compliance.

Ministry Of Power Notification | August 19, 2025 | By EI News Network | 1825

MoP Dissolves URET Central Pools to Fast-Track Renewable Projects

MoP has dissolved the Solar and Solar-Wind Hybrid Central Pools under URET, enabling direct PPAs and addressing tariff uncertainty to accelerate signing of pending renewable energy projects across India.

Ministry Of Power Notification | August 08, 2025 | By EI News Network | 864

Govt Tightens VGF Norms for BESS Projects; Mandates Indigenous EMS, Bans Refurbished Cells

The Ministry of Power has revised the guidelines for the second tranche of the VGF scheme for battery energy storage systems, mandating indigenous EMS software and prohibiting refurbished battery cells to ensure higher quality standards.

Ministry Of Power Notification | August 05, 2025 | By Mrinmoy Dey | 2561

Ministry of Power Conceives 'India Energy Stack' to Build Digital Backbone for India's Power Sector

The Ministry of Power has launched a dedicated task force to develop the India Energy Stack, a transformative Digital Public Infrastructure aimed at unifying and modernising India’s power sector through secure, interoperable, and consumer-centric digital systems.

Ministry Of Power Notification | June 30, 2025 | By Mrinmoy Dey | 1576

Govt Notifies Operational Guidelines for Designating Renewable Energy Implementing Agencies

The Ministry of Power has issued fresh guidelines to formalise the designation of Renewable Energy Implementing Agencies (REIAs), aiming to streamline power procurement and accelerate India’s clean energy deployment under the TBCB mechanism. SECI, NTPC, NHPC and SJVN will continue to remain REIAs.

Ministry Of Power Notification | June 30, 2025 | By Mrinmoy Dey | 1394