India Plans 51.24 GW Pumped Storage Hydropower Capacity by 2032
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Current Capacity | Less than 5 GW |
| Planned Capacity (2032) | 51.24 GW (10x increase) |
| Under Construction | 10 GW (including 3 GW by FY 2025-26) |
| Top States Leading | Andhra Pradesh (16 GW), Maharashtra (13 GW) |
| Key Developers | Greenko (13.2 GW, 25%), Adani Green (11.4 GW, 22%), JSW Energy (7.7 GW, 15%) |
| Upcoming Projects | Greenko (1,680 MW, Pinnapuram, Sept 2025), Adani Green (500 MW, Chitravathi, 2027), THDC (1,000 MW, Tehri, Oct 2025), TANGEDCO (375 MW, Kundah, Dec 2025) |
| Challenges | Long gestation (~5 years) due to environmental clearances, complex civil works; BESS faster but dependent on China for battery components |
| Global Context | Pumped storage dominates 90% of global energy storage capacity |
| India's Total Potential | Estimated at 176 GW, with 40% in Maharashtra & Andhra Pradesh |
| Economic Benefit | Higher IRR compared to traditional solar/wind projects |