SECI and Andhra Pradesh government agree on 1,200MWh BESS and 50MW solar hybrid projects
Type: Development · Technology: Hybrid · Country: India · Capacity: 50 MW · Announced: 2025-11-19
SECI and the Government of Andhra Pradesh signed government orders to develop a 1200MWh battery energy storage system (BESS) at Nandyal and a 50MW hybrid solar plant, with SECI undertaking complete investment responsibilities under the CAPEX mode.
Analysis
India's Solar Energy Corporation (SECI), the Ministry of New and Renewable Energy's primary nodal agency, is fully funding a 1200MWh battery energy storage system and 50MW solar hybrid project in Andhra Pradesh. Government orders signed with the state, which boasts a ~$160bn GSDP and ~50mn population, confirm SECI will undertake complete investment responsibilities under a CAPEX model. This direct, state-led development in Nandyal sees SECI, a public sector undertaking, shouldering the entire investment for a significant BESS capacity. It highlights SECI's active role in deploying hybrid renewable energy infrastructure.
Key points
- 1200MWh battery energy storage system (BESS)
- 50MW hybrid solar plant
- SECI undertaking complete investment under CAPEX mode
- Government of Andhra Pradesh as partner
Counterparties
- Solar Energy Corporation of India Limited (SECI) (Developer)
- Government of Andhra Pradesh (Partner)