IndiGrid Commissions India’s First Utility-Scale BESS in Delhi

IndiGrid has successfully commissioned India’s first regulated utility-scale standalone Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) project, Kilokari BESS Private Limited (KBPL), with a capacity of 20 MW / 40 MWh in Delhi.
KBPL marks a significant milestone in India’s energy transition, reinforcing IndiGrid’s commitment to a resilient and sustainable power infrastructure. The system is designed to integrate renewable energy into the grid, stabilize supply, manage peak demand, and support ancillary services.
Awarded to IndiGrid by BSES Rajdhani Power Limited (BRPL) in October 2023, the project was completed in record time with support from BRPL, the Global Energy Alliance for People and Planet (GEAPP), Ampere-hour Energy (AHE), and other partners.
Harsh Shah, Chief Executive Officer, and Whole Time Director of IndiGrid, said, “We are excited to announce commissioning of KBPL on time and within budgets while maintaining the highest level of safety during the construction.
Battery energy storage is a key enabler of a resilient and efficient power system in India as the country moves toward a cleaner energy mix. The ability to store and dispatch power intelligently will be essential in maintaining grid stability and optimizing renewable integration. This project represents a step forward in that direction, reinforcing our commitment to advancing the country’s energy infrastructure with innovative and sustainable solutions.”