Ratul Puri has spent the years following his 2016 appearance at Davos building a practical, execution-heavy path in the Indian power sector. This transition focuses on the technical work required to stabilize the national grid through a “Solar India 2.0” vision. The objective is to treat clean energy as an engineering challenge, moving from intermittent generation towards providing stable, 24/7 power.

A major part of this strategy involves Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS). By integrating large-scale storage with solar generation, the aim is to ensure renewable energy is as reliable and dispatchable as conventional power. This approach addresses the fundamental issue of solar availability, making it a more viable long-term alternative for the grid.

The impact of this shift is reflected in several projects secured between late 2025 and early 2026. This includes a contract from the Solar Energy Corporation of India (SECI) for a project featuring 300 MWp of solar and 360 MWh of storage.

Other developments during this period involve a 100 MW solar project with 200 MWh of storage from SJVN, a 120 MWh standalone storage project in Bihar, and the commencement of a 435 MWp solar project in Uttar Pradesh. These initiatives are part of a broader target to reach a 5 GW energy portfolio by 2028.

Regional partnerships have also been established to address specific state requirements, particularly in Assam. In early 2026, a Power Supply Agreement was signed to deliver 130 MW to the state, alongside a ₹620-crore MoU for a 100 MW solar plant integrated with battery storage.

The focus on these tangible assets reflects a shift towards long-term delivery. By centering on the practical mechanics of the grid rather than the visibility of global forums, Puri is anchoring his efforts in the work needed to secure India’s energy future. This move towards storage-led infrastructure signals a commitment to the physical reality of a clean energy transition.