Rajesh Power Services Limited (RPSL) has entered the utility-scale battery energy storage sector after securing a 65 MW / 130 MWh standalone Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) project in Gujarat. The project was awarded by Gujarat Urja Vikas Nigam Limited (GUVNL) through a tariff-based competitive bidding process.
The company has signed a Battery Energy Storage Purchase Agreement (BESPA) with GUVNL for the project. It will be developed at Virpore in Gujarat and is expected to be completed within 18 months from the date of signing the agreement. The project will receive support through the Power System Development Fund (PSDF) in the form of Viability Gap Funding.
Project Details and Capacity
The battery storage facility will have a capacity of 65 MW / 130 MWh and will be capable of supplying 65 MW of electricity for up to two hours. This capability will help utilities manage peak electricity demand more effectively while improving the stability and flexibility of the power grid.
Battery storage systems are increasingly becoming important for integrating renewable energy into the power network. They help store excess electricity generated during periods of high renewable energy production and release it when demand increases.
The project also aligns with Gujarat’s broader plan to develop around 2,000 MW / 4,000 MWh of battery energy storage capacity across the state. These initiatives aim to strengthen grid operations and support the growing share of renewable energy in the power mix.
Company’s Strategic Expansion into Energy Storage
Commenting on the development, Mr. Kurang Panchal, Managing Director of Rajesh Power Services Limited, said that battery storage is emerging as a crucial element of India’s evolving power system.
He stated that “battery energy storage is becoming a critical component of India’s power system as renewable energy capacity continues to expand.”
He further added that the project represents an important milestone for the company as it enters the grid-scale energy storage segment. According to him, the initiative positions RPSL to contribute to grid reliability, operational flexibility, and India’s broader energy transition.
Mr. Panchal also highlighted that the company’s experience in executing complex power transmission and distribution projects places it in a strong position to participate in emerging opportunities related to grid modernisation and clean energy infrastructure.
Growing Importance of Battery Storage
Industry experts note that standalone battery energy storage projects are gaining attention across India. Power utilities are exploring these systems to address the variability of renewable energy generation and to ensure reliable power supply during peak demand hours.
The Gujarat project highlights the increasing role of private sector companies like Rajesh Power Services Limited in strengthening India’s clean energy ecosystem and advancing large-scale energy storage deployment.
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