The Bharat Electricity Summit 2026, one of the largest global platforms dedicated to the power and electricity sector, will be held from March 19 to 22 at Yashobhoomi in New Delhi, bringing together policymakers, industry leaders and international stakeholders to chart the next phase of growth for India’s energy ecosystem.
The four day summit is expected to host more than 100 high level conference sessions, over 300 speakers, representatives from more than 80 countries, over 500 exhibitors including more than 100 startups and upwards of 25000 visitors, underscoring its scale and global significance.
The summit is themed Electrifying Growth Empowering Sustainability Connecting Globally and will feature a comprehensive programme including strategic conferences, technical sessions, leadership panels and industry focused interactions aimed at addressing emerging challenges and opportunities in the electricity and clean energy sectors.
The event will witness participation from several international energy ministers, ministers from Indian states, senior officials from central and state governments and leading global and domestic industry stakeholders. Among the key participants are Manohar Lal, Minister of Power and Housing and 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 and Renewable Energy; Pankaj Agarwal, Secretary, Ministry of Power; and Ghanshyam Prasad, Chairperson, Central Electricity Authority.
The summit will also bring together ambassadors from around 60 countries, power ministers and secretaries from more than 25 states and union territories and over 100 chief executive officers, including heads of central power sector enterprises, reinforcing its stature as a premier platform for global dialogue and collaboration.
A major focus of the summit will be on strengthening domestic manufacturing and vendor development under the Make in India initiative. Discussions will centre on accelerating indigenisation across key technology areas including emission systems, solar power, energy storage, transmission infrastructure and digital distribution technologies.
The summit comes at a time when India’s power sector is poised for significant expansion, with investment opportunities estimated at over 50 lakh crore rupees across generation, transmission, distribution and energy storage segments by 2032. The event aims to catalyse investments, innovation and technological advancements to support this growth trajectory.
Strong participation from state governments is expected to facilitate critical policy discussions on renewable energy integration, grid modernisation, power distribution efficiency and strengthening of electricity infrastructure. Key participating states and union territories include Haryana, Rajasthan, Uttar Pradesh, Maharashtra, Andhra Pradesh, Bihar, Odisha, Gujarat, Punjab, Madhya Pradesh, Chhattisgarh and Delhi, reflecting a coordinated national approach to energy sector transformation.
A large scale exhibition spread over more than 20000 square metres will form a central component of the summit. The exhibition will showcase advanced technologies and innovations across the entire electricity value chain, including power generation, transmission systems, renewable energy solutions, energy storage technologies, smart grids and digital infrastructure.
Dedicated thematic zones will provide a platform for industry leaders, manufacturers and innovators to present cutting edge developments in areas such as battery storage, clean energy systems, energy efficiency solutions and digital control technologies. Special zones will also highlight startups and emerging technologies driving the next wave of innovation in the sector.
The summit will host several specialised programmes including an International Ministerial Meet, a National Power Ministerial Meet and CEO forums across generation, transmission and distribution segments. A comprehensive CEO dialogue will feature leaders from major global energy organisations including Hitachi USA, Rosetti Russia, ESKOM, TNB Malaysia, Africa50, EDF Power Solutions and ZESCO.
In addition, thematic discussions will address critical areas such as stationary energy storage, hydropower development, carbon markets, legal and regulatory frameworks, Industry 4.0 applications in transmission and vendor development opportunities. Emerging themes such as energy startups, next generation technologies, youth participation and women leadership in the electricity sector will also be highlighted.
International collaboration sessions involving global institutions, including engagements with the British High Commission and Africa focused energy platforms, will further strengthen cross border partnerships and knowledge exchange.
The summit will also facilitate structured buyer seller interactions, enabling direct engagement between global procurement agencies, infrastructure developers and Indian manufacturers, thereby promoting trade, investment and technology transfer.
Strategic discussions will focus on strengthening interconnected electricity systems, enhancing supply chain resilience, unlocking new financing mechanisms, advancing clean energy deployment and fostering innovation across the electricity value chain. Additional sessions will examine ease of doing business, inclusive energy access and workforce development to support the rapidly evolving sector.
The event is expected to attract a diverse audience comprising government representatives, project developers, infrastructure companies, technology providers, financial institutions, MSMEs, large manufacturers, academia and industry associations.
Aligned with the national vision for energy security, sustainability and global leadership under Prime Minister Narendra Modi, the Bharat Electricity Summit 2026 is expected to serve as a key catalyst in reinforcing India’s position in the global power ecosystem while accelerating the transition towards a resilient, affordable and sustainable energy future.
