NEW DELHI, April 15, 2026 — GAIL (India) Limited has executed contract agreements with M/s TUSCO Limited for the development of a 600 MW solar power project integrated with a 550 MWh Battery Energy Storage System (BESS). The facility is situated within TUSCO’s Solar Park in Jhansi, Uttar Pradesh. This agreement aligns with GAIL’s strategic objective to diversify into low-carbon sustainable energy solutions and expand its industrial presence in Uttar Pradesh.
Technical Project Specifications
The following Project Data Points delineate the technical parameters and primary geographic focus of the agreement:
- Solar Capacity: 600 MW
- Storage Capacity: 550 MWh Battery Energy Storage System (BESS)
- Location: Jhansi, Uttar Pradesh (TUSCO Solar Park)
- Primary Delivery Destination: GAIL Petrochemical Plant, Pata, Auraiya district, Uttar Pradesh
Energy Allocation and End-Use
The energy generated from the Jhansi facility is designated for captive use to support GAIL’s internal industrial operations. The primary allocation will meet the power requirements of the company’s Petrochemical Plant at Pata in the Auraiya district of Uttar Pradesh.
Beyond petrochemical operations, the energy will support the electrification of gas-based equipment and provide power to Compressed Bio-Gas (CBG) plants currently being established by the company within the state.
Signatories and Corporate Representation
The contract was formally signed by lead executives from GAIL (India) Limited and M/s TUSCO Limited, with witnessing representation from senior officials at THDC.
| Name | Designation | Organization |
| Shri Parivesh Chugh | Executive Director (SD & Renewables) | GAIL (India) Limited |
| Shri Anil Tyagi | CEO | TUSCO Ltd. |
| Shri R K Singhal | Director (Business Development) | GAIL (India) Limited |
| Shri Neeraj Verma | Executive Director | THDC |
Corporate Context and Strategic Targets
This project is a component of GAIL’s broader roadmap to expand its renewable energy footprint and meet specific decarbonization milestones. As stated in company reporting, GAIL has established the following targets:
- Renewable Energy Capacity: Attaining 3.6 GW of total Renewable Energy capacity by 2035.
- Portfolio Expansion: Work has commenced to increase the current Renewable Energy portfolio from 155 MW to 1,063 MW.
- Net Zero Emissions Strategy:
- Scope 1 & 2: 100% reduction in emissions by 2035.
- Scope 3: 35% reduction in emissions by 2040.
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