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 in New Delhi, a PIB release has said.
The summit is expected to feature over 100 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.
Themed “Electrifying Growth. Empowering Sustainability. Connecting Globally.” — the meet will feature a comprehensive programme comprising sessions on strategy, technique, leadership and industry interactions aimed at shaping the next phase of growth for the global electricity sector.
Several international Energy Ministers and also those from Indian States will be attending the summit.
The event will bring together senior policymakers, regulators, academia, sector experts, utilities, investors, innovators and industry leaders to deliberate on key priorities shaping India’s evolving electricity ecosystem.
The summit will place a strong emphasis on vendor development under the Make in India initiative, with a focus on advancing the indigenisation of key technologies across emission systems, solar power, energy storage, transmission infrastructure and digital distribution technologies.
With investment opportunities estimated at over ₹50 lakh crore in generation, transmission, distribution, and energy storage till 2032, the summit aims to catalyse innovation, competitiveness, and resilience in India’s electricity sector.
A large-scale exhibition over 20,000 sqm will form a central pillar of the summit, showcasing cutting-edge technologies, innovations and solutions across the electricity value chain.
Thematic zones covering power generation, transmission, renewable and clean energy, energy storage, distribution and smart grid technologies, alongside dedicated areas for energy innovation, startups and emerging technologies are planned.
These zones will provide industry leaders, innovators and manufacturers a platform to demonstrate advancements in power generation technologies, transmission systems, distribution and control solutions, digital technologies, energy storage and battery innovations, energy efficiency solutions and renewable energy systems.
The summit will also host a series of specialized programmes designed to facilitate high-impact dialogue and industry collaboration, which include an International Ministerial Meet, a National Power Ministerial Meet, CEO forums across generation, transmission and distribution segments, and an overall sectoral CEO dialogue.
Several thematic sessions will focus on key industry priorities such as stationary energy storage, Industry 4.0 technologies in the transmission sector, hydropower development, carbon markets, legal and regulatory frameworks, and vendor development opportunities across the electricity value chain.
Special sessions will also spotlight emerging areas including energy startups, next-generation technologies, youth and young professionals, as well as initiatives promoting Women in Electricity leadership.
The summit will further feature international collaboration platforms including sessions involving global institutions and partners such as the Africa Session, British High Commission, and leading energy associations.
Focus on ease of doing business
Sessions will also examine ways to enhance ease of doing business in the sector, expand inclusive energy access, and develop the next generation workforce needed to support the rapidly evolving electricity landscape.
For more information, visit: www.bharatelectricitysummit.com
