Maharashtra Proposes Two-Hour Minimum Storage Duration for Standalone BESS
Electricity drawn by standalone BESS for intermediate storage would be exempted from multiple charges
September 24, 2026
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The Maharashtra Electricity Regulatory Commission (MERC) has proposed a minimum capacity of 5 MW and a minimum storage duration of two hours for standalone battery energy storage systems (BESS) seeking connectivity to the intra-state transmission system (InSTS).
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