Tata Power has announced a Rs 15,000 crore plan to modernise Mumbai's electricity distribution network by 2029, focusing on grid flexibility, renewable energy integration, and doubling its battery storage capacity from 100 MW to 200 MW by FY27 to ensure reliable green power supply.
In a significant push toward modernising urban energy infrastructure, Tata Power has laid out an ambitious capital investment plan worth Rs 15,000 crore to upgrade its electricity distribution network across Mumbai by 2029 — a move aimed at meeting the city's rapidly growing power demand while accelerating its clean energy transition.
The plan was outlined by Dr. Nilesh Kane, Chief of Transmission and Mumbai Distribution at Tata Power, underlining the company's commitment to building a more resilient, flexible, and greener grid for India's financial capital.
Key Highlights of the Upgrade Plan
- Massive Network Investment: A budget of Rs 15,000 crore has been earmarked for comprehensive distribution infrastructure upgrades to be completed by 2029.
- Grid Flexibility at the Core: The modernisation drive places strong emphasis on enhancing grid flexibility to handle fluctuating power loads and integrate renewable energy more effectively.
- Reducing Coal Dependency: Tata Power is actively working to lower its reliance on coal-based power by increasing procurement of renewable energy from the market.
- Doubling Battery Storage Capacity: The company plans to scale up its Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) from the current 100 MW to 200 MW by FY27, ensuring stable and uninterrupted supply of green power around the clock.
Information sourced from publicly available industry statements