The Solar Energy Corporation of India Limited (SECI) has taken a significant step towards enhancing India’s renewable energy infrastructure by exchanging Government Orders (GOs) with the Government of Andhra Pradesh for two major projects. The projects include a 1200 MWh Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) in Nandyal and a 50 MW Hybrid Solar Project. The exchange took place during the Andhra Pradesh Partnership Summit 2025 in Visakhapatnam, organized by the Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT) in collaboration with the Confederation of Indian Industry (CII).
The 1200 MWh BESS project has received formal approval from SECI’s Board Chairman, and the Ministry of New and Renewable Energy is closely monitoring the progress of both projects. SECI will develop both projects under the CAPEX Mode, taking full responsibility for the investment. The Government Orders were handed over to SECI by Andhra Pradesh’s Energy Minister, Gottipati Ravi Kumar, in the presence of other senior officials.
The exchange of Government Orders marks a major milestone in enhancing Andhra Pradesh’s renewable energy infrastructure. SECI has reaffirmed its commitment to collaborating with state and central ministries to support India’s transition to a greener and more resilient energy future. These projects represent a significant expansion of clean energy storage capacity, strengthening the state’s renewable energy ecosystem and contributing to the development of a storage-enabled green grid for India’s energy transition.
The development of these projects is expected to have a positive impact on India’s clean energy ecosystem, supporting the country’s goal of transitioning to a more sustainable and renewable energy mix. With SECI taking the lead in developing these projects, Andhra Pradesh is poised to become a hub for renewable energy innovation and development, driving economic growth and creating new opportunities for the state. Overall, the exchange of Government Orders is a significant step forward in India’s journey towards a cleaner, greener, and more sustainable energy future.