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EVs, Data Centers to Drive 30 GW Power Demand Surge in 5 Years: Khattar

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CNBC TV18•20-03-2026, 09:00

EVs, Data Centers to Drive 30 GW Power Demand Surge in 5 Years: Khattar

•Manohar Lal Khattar announced EVs and data centers will add 30 GW to India's power demand in 5 years.
•India aims for 900 GW transmission lines by 2034, preparing for a 270 GW peak demand in 2026.
•A power transmission network with Sri Lanka is planned, building on existing links with Nepal, Bhutan, Bangladesh.
•Work is ongoing to strengthen undersea power transmission with UAE for global grid connectivity.
•India's renewable energy capacity stands at 263 GW, with BESS rates dropping to ₹3.9 for hybrid systems.

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