THEBUSINESSBYTES BUREAU

NEW DELHI, MARCH 18, 2026

The Bharat Electricity Summit 2026, a flagship global conference-cum-exhibition for the power and electricity sector, will be held from 19-22 March 2026 at Yashobhoomi, positioning India at the centre of global conversations on energy transition, innovation and sustainability.

The Summit is expected to feature over 100 high-level conference sessions, more than 300 speakers, representatives from more than 80 countries, over 500 exhibitors including over 100 startups and more than 25,000 visitors, making it one of the largest electricity-focused platforms globally. The scale and diversity of participation underscore the growing importance of India’s power sector in the global energy landscape.

The Summit, themed “Electrifying Growth. Empowering Sustainability. Connecting Globally.”, will feature a comprehensive programme comprising high-level sessions including strategic conferences, technical conferences, leadership panels and focused industry interactions aimed at shaping the next phase of growth for the global electricity sector. Several International Energy Ministers and Ministers from Indian States, along with senior representatives from the central and state governments, are expected to attend, reinforcing the Summit’s stature as a premier platform for dialogue, collaboration and innovation in the electricity and clean energy ecosystem.

Key speakers at the Summit will include Manohar Lal Khattar, Minister of Power and Housing & Urban Affairs; Pralhad Joshi, Minister of Consumer Affairs, Food and Public Distribution and Minister of New and Renewable Energy; Shripad Naik, Minister of State for Power and New & Renewable Energy; along with senior officials and global leaders from the energy domain. The presence of international delegates, including Energy Ministers from 10 countries, Power Ministers and Secretaries from over 25 states and Union Territories, Ambassadors from around 60 countries, and more than 100 CEOs, reflects the Summit’s global reach and strategic importance.

Bringing together policymakers, regulators, academia, utilities, investors and innovators, the Summit will deliberate on key priorities shaping India’s evolving electricity ecosystem. A strong emphasis will be placed on vendor development under the Make in India initiative, focusing on indigenisation of critical technologies across emission systems, solar power, energy storage, transmission infrastructure and digital distribution. With investment opportunities estimated at over ₹50 lakh crore across generation, transmission, distribution and storage by 2032, the event aims to catalyse innovation, competitiveness and resilience in the sector.

The participation of more than 80 countries highlights increasing global interest in India’s rapidly transforming power sector and its emerging leadership in building a resilient, affordable and sustainable energy future. Strong representation from Indian states and Union Territories, including Haryana, Rajasthan, Uttar Pradesh, Maharashtra, Andhra Pradesh, Bihar, Odisha, Gujarat, Punjab, Madhya Pradesh, Chhattisgarh and Delhi, is expected to drive critical discussions on renewable integration, grid modernisation and distribution efficiency.

A large-scale exhibition spread over more than 20,000 square metres will serve as a central pillar of the Summit, showcasing cutting-edge technologies across the electricity value chain. The exhibition will feature thematic zones covering power generation, transmission, renewable and clean energy, energy storage, distribution, smart grids, and emerging technologies, offering a platform for industry leaders and innovators to present advancements in energy systems, digital solutions and efficiency technologies.

The Summit will also host specialised programmes such as International and National Ministerial Meets, CEO forums across generation, transmission and distribution segments, and a sector-wide CEO dialogue featuring global energy leaders. Thematic sessions will explore critical areas including stationary energy storage, Industry 4.0 applications in transmission, hydropower, carbon markets, regulatory frameworks and vendor development, alongside emerging themes like energy startups, youth engagement and Women in Electricity leadership.

International collaboration will be further strengthened through dedicated sessions with global institutions and partners, including engagements with the British High Commission and leading energy associations. Industry-focused dialogues such as CableTech 2026 and discussions on distributed energy storage will spotlight emerging opportunities and innovations shaping the sector’s future.

Strategic discussions at the Summit will centre on strengthening interconnected electricity systems, advancing India’s leadership in the global energy transition, building resilient supply chains, unlocking finance and accelerating clean energy deployment. The sessions will also examine improving ease of doing business, expanding inclusive energy access and developing a future-ready workforce.

Expected to attract a diverse global audience ranging from government leaders and project developers to financial institutions, MSMEs, manufacturers and academia, the Summit will also facilitate structured buyer-seller meets, enabling direct engagement between international procurement agencies and Indian industry players.

Aligned with the vision of Narendra Modi for energy security, sustainability and global leadership, the Bharat Electricity Summit 2026 is poised to act as a catalyst in strengthening India’s role in the global electricity ecosystem while driving investment, fostering technology partnerships and deepening international cooperation.