Telangana Sets 139 GW Power Goal by 2047

Telangana Deputy Chief Minister Mallu Bhatti Vikramarka has unveiled an ambitious plan to generate 1,39,310 MW (139 GW) of electricity in the state by 2047, aiming to support Telangana’s vision of becoming a USD 3 trillion economy.

Speaking on the initiative, Vikramarka, who also holds the energy portfolio, said that the state’s gross state domestic product (GSDP) must grow at 30 percent annually to achieve this economic milestone. “For such GSDP expansion, electricity consumption must rise by at least 10 percent each year. Based on these projections, Telangana will require over 1,39,310 MW of power capacity by 2047,” he added.

Currently, Telangana’s installed power generation capacity stands at 27,769 MW. Vikramarka noted that achieving the 2047 target would require an annual economic growth rate of 13 percent and a consistent 10 percent increase in power demand. The state has already recorded one of India’s highest electricity demand growth rates, with a 9.77 percent compounded annual growth rate (CAGR) over the past decade. Peak demand is expected to double in the next ten years.

“Central Electricity Authority projections estimate Telangana’s growth at an annual 9 percent, underlining a potential 20 percent power deficit in the coming decade if no action is taken,” he said.

The deputy CM emphasised the government’s focus on renewable energy, with plans to expand solar, wind, and hydropower capacities. He stressed that boosting green energy would reduce dependence on fossil fuels, lower costs, and attract global investment.

Highlighting infrastructure gaps, Vikramarka pointed out Telangana faces a current deficit of 780 MW in solar power and nearly 4,000 MW in energy storage capacity. “Past planning for energy storage has been inadequate. While thermal and wind power can meet demand until 2028, lack of investment in storage could push the state into an 8,500 MW deficit,” he warned.

He stressed the importance of energy storage for round-the-clock supply. “Cheaper solar power is wasted without storage. Both battery-energy storage systems (BESS) and pumped storage projects (PSP) are critical to strengthen power generation,” Vikramarka said.

The deputy CM also cautioned that a grid collapse could result in daily economic losses of INR 1,500–2,000 crore, affecting hospitals, defence, transport, telecom, and data centres.

On wind energy, Vikramarka said Telangana has a potential of up to 25 GW. “Future plans will tap into this capacity as part of a diversified energy mix,” he added.