Green Energy Corridor Phase-III — Strengthening India’s Renewable Power Grid
3 October 2026
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Mehnat Aapki, Guidance Humari
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Green Energy Corridor Phase-III — Strengthening India’s Renewable Power Grid
Context: On 30 September 2026, the Union Cabinet approved the Green Energy Corridor Phase-III (GEC-III) scheme to strengthen India’s Intra-State Transmission System (InSTS) and integrate large volumes of renewable power into the grid. The scheme has a total outlay of ₹1,86,405 crore and is targeted for completion by FY 2032-33.
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GEC-III approved by Union Cabinet to integrate 135 GW renewable energy with battery storage and ₹1,86,405 crore investment for India's transmission infrastructure.
Keywords
Green Energy CorridorGEC-IIIrenewable transmissionbattery storageBESSIntra-State Transmissionsolar wind powerPOWERGRID900 GW capacitygrid reliability