MP govt discusses future of renewable energy with Amara Raja Group chief
Davos, January 19
The Government of Madhya Pradesh held discussions on Monday with Jay Galla, Co-founder, Chairman, and Managing Director of the Amara Raja Group on the sidelines of the World Economic Forum in Davos to exchange perspectives on energy storage, battery-led solutions, and the future of renewable energy integration in the state.
As per the release from the MP Government, during the interaction, Amara Raja sought insights into Madhya Pradesh's progress in energy storage. The state highlighted a major battery storage initiative in the Morena region in northern Madhya Pradesh, where battery systems are currently enabling two hours of storage during evening peak demand and two hours during early morning hours.
Further, the Madhya Pradesh government, during the discussion, outlined its broader strategy to move towards round-the-clock renewable energy, with a focus on achieving 24-hour solar power through integrated battery storage solutions.
The state emphasised that all future renewable energy projects are being planned with storage components built in, supported by a progressive renewable energy policy framework.
The discussion also covered ongoing efforts to diversify storage technologies. Madhya Pradesh shared that a pump storage policy is currently under development, including discussions with private developers. In parallel, hybrid models combining hydel with solar, as well as thermal with solar, are being explored, with cost structures and technical configurations under evaluation.
Both sides agreed to continue engagement to share detailed project data, evaluate technology options, and explore potential collaboration opportunities in energy storage and advanced battery solutions aligned with Madhya Pradesh's clean energy roadmap.
The engagement reflects Madhya Pradesh's focus on building a future-ready energy ecosystem anchored in renewable power, storage integration, and long-term sustainability, it said.
The 56th Annual Meeting of the World Economic Forum (WEF) is being held from January 19 to 23, 2026, at Davos-Klosters, which is set to welcome nearly 3,000 participants from over 130 countries, including a record number of world leaders, CEOs, innovators and policymakers, under the theme "A Spirit of Dialogue".
— ANI
Reader Comments
Good to see our state government being proactive at global forums like Davos. Attracting investment in battery tech is crucial. But I hope the benefits reach the common people with stable power supply and maybe even lower bills in the long run.
Round-the-clock solar power sounds ambitious! The Morena project with 2+2 hours of storage is a good pilot. The key will be scaling this up affordably. Pump storage and hybrid models are also worth exploring. Jai Hind!
As someone working in the sustainability sector, this is exactly the kind of forward-thinking policy India needs. Building storage into the project planning phase, not as an afterthought, is a game-changer. Kudos to MP.
Positive news, but a word of caution. We've seen many MoUs signed at these forums that don't materialize on the ground. The government must ensure transparent tenders and timely execution. The focus should be on results, not just announcements.
Amara Raja is a major player in batteries. This collaboration could be huge for creating local manufacturing and jobs in MP. Self-reliance in energy storage technology is vital for our energy security. 👏
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