Video Podcast: What Are They Key Challenges For The Indian BESS Market?

In the latest video podcast of Saur Energy, Prasanna Singh, Co-Founder of Saur Energy discusses the key issues around the Indian BESS market with Manish Kumar, Deputy Editor with Saur Energy.

Singh examines the rapidly evolving Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) market in India, highlighting that storage has shifted from a luxury to a technical necessity for a stable grid. While plummeting global prices and government incentives like Viability Gap Funding have spurred record-low tariffs, experts question the long-term sustainability of these aggressive bids.

The discussion emphasizes that BESS manufacturing is far more capital-intensive and technologically complex than solar, facing significant hurdles due to China's dominance over raw materials and innovation. Furthermore, operational challenges such as high maintenance costs and a lack of domestic cell production create a difficult path for new entrants. To achieve true self-reliance, the dialogue suggests that India must move beyond assembly to foster deep-tech research and establish clear, long-term policy frameworks. Ultimately, the transition to storage is viewed as essential to manage renewable energy curtailment and ensure the viability of future solar and wind integration.

Watch the full video podcast here-