Gujarat Budget 2026 Allocates Funds for Blue Energy and Thermal-linked BESS Initiatives
The Gujarat government has allocated ₹4,019.86 crore in its 2026-27 budget for clean energy initiatives, focusing on Blue Energy systems and battery energy storage. It includes ₹5 crore for a Detailed Project Report (DPR) on Blue Energy systems along the coast and ₹1 crore for a feasibility study on co-located Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) with thermal projects. Additional measures aim to enhance grid resilience and support renewable energy integration.

Gujarat's 2026-27 budget includes ₹4,019.86 crore for clean energy initiatives, emphasizing Blue Energy systems and battery energy storage. A key allocation is ₹5 crore for a Detailed Project Report (DPR) to assess technical feasibility and infrastructure for marine-based renewable energy along the coast.
Additionally, ₹1 crore is designated for a feasibility study on co-locating Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) with thermal power projects. Other budget provisions include funding for urban safety improvements, green hydrogen development, electric vehicle charging infrastructure, and oversight enhancements. The budget signals a strategic transition toward renewable energy and grid modernization.




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