THDC India Limited’s proposed 1,200 MW Malshej Ghat Pumped Hydro Storage Project in Maharashtra has received preliminary approval from a central expert committee, marking a crucial step toward developing one of the state’s major long-duration energy storage facilities.
The project, planned in the Malshej Ghat region of Thane district, is designed to provide large-scale storage capacity to support grid stability and help manage the increasing share of renewable energy. Pumped hydro plants play a key role in balancing peak demand by storing surplus electricity during low-demand hours and releasing it back into the grid when needed.
According to officials, the central expert panel has granted the project its initial go-ahead, allowing THDC to proceed with detailed investigations, surveys, and preparation of comprehensive project reports. The approval indicates confidence in the project’s feasibility and its alignment with national goals to expand clean energy storage infrastructure.
Once developed, the Malshej Ghat pumped hydro project is expected to boost Maharashtra’s ability to integrate variable renewable energy sources like solar and wind while providing a reliable backup during peak load conditions. It will also support India’s broader energy transition strategy by strengthening long-duration storage capacity essential for a flexible and resilient power grid.
THDC is simultaneously pursuing multiple pumped storage projects across the country as part of its expanding renewable and storage portfolio. The Malshej Ghat project’s initial clearance signals continued momentum in India’s push toward reliable, large-scale clean energy infrastructure.
