Backed by a robust viability gap funding program and declining prices, India is witnessing significant growth in the deployment of battery energy storage systems (BESS). Under the new roadmap for renewables, the focus is not only on meeting targets but also on ensuring grid stability and the reliable integration of renewables. In an exclusive interview with Mercom India, Kamlesh Kataria, COO at Kalpa Power, spoke about the evolution of BESS in India, the strategic investments in solar by the commercial and industrial sector, and the company’s 2030 target.