PACE Digitek has inaugurated a state‑of‑the‑art battery energy storage systems (BESS) manufacturing facility at the Bidadi Industrial Area near Bengaluru. The new plant, with an annual cell‑to‑pack production capacity of 5 GWh, features a fully automated assembly line designed to optimize efficiency and minimize manual intervention.
At the launch event, Union Minister for New and Renewable Energy Pralhad Joshi emphasized the pivotal role of reliable energy storage in India’s journey toward a 500 GW non‑fossil fuel capacity by 2030.
Citing the Central Electricity Authority, Joshi noted that India will require 411.4 GWh of energy storage by 2032, comprising 236.22 GWh from BESS and 175.18 GWh from pumped storage projects (PSPs). He referenced projections by the India Energy Storage Alliance, which forecast investment of INR 4.79 trillion in the sector by the same year.
The minister also revealed plans for additional viability‑gap funding (VGF): INR 54 billion earmarked for 30 GWh of BESS capacity, augmenting the existing INR 37 billion, which has already supported 13.2 GWh of projects. Between 2022 and 2032, India plans to add over 47 GW of battery storage, with estimated investment of INR 3.5 trillion, according to Joshi.
The Union Minister also underscored that boosting domestic manufacturing not only satisfies rising demand but also reduces imports and ensures grid stability. PACE Digitek’s new facility aligns with this aim, supporting renewable integration and enhancing grid management capabilities.
PACE Digitek, established in 2003, provides services in power management, optical fiber laying, and energy management solutions. The company has since expanded its operations to focus on telecom power and solar solutions.
With a team of over 4,000 professionals, PACE Digitek manages more than 25,000 operations and maintenance service sites and has serviced over 100,000 products. It delivers energy services to more than 600 sites. The company operates two manufacturing facilities with a combined production area exceeding 250,000 square feet.
PACE Digitek has a presence across India and operates internationally in regions including Africa, Bangladesh, Myanmar, the Philippines, and Sri Lanka. Its projects span sectors such as surveillance and agritech, with a focus on smart city infrastructure.