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Small Hydro Power (SHP) can play a significant role in strengthening India’s clean energy transition, energy security and decentralised power generation, particularly in remote and geographically challenging regions, Union Minister of State for New and Renewable Energy and Power Shripad Yesso Naik said.

Speaking at the curtain-raiser programme for the dedicated SHP session at the Bharat Renewable Energy Summit & Expo 2026 in New Delhi, Naik emphasised the need for a diverse and resilient renewable energy portfolio suited to India’s geography and development needs.

India has an assessed Small Hydro Power potential of around 21 GW across more than 7,100 identified sites. However, only about 5.2 GW of this potential has been harnessed so far, highlighting significant scope for further development.

According to Naik, SHP can contribute beyond additional generation capacity by supporting decentralised electricity supply, employment generation and socio-economic development in remote areas. Where technically and environmentally feasible, run-of-river projects can also offer renewable power with relatively lower land requirements and without the large-scale submergence and displacement associated with major reservoir-based projects.

The Minister highlighted the government’s proposed Small Hydro Power Development Scheme for 2026-27 to 2030-31, which has an outlay of ₹2,584.60 crore. The scheme targets the development of around 1,500 MW of new SHP capacity and seeks to incentivise states to prepare Detailed Project Reports (DPRs) for approximately 200 projects.

Naik also called for stronger collaboration among the Centre and state governments, project developers, financial institutions, technology providers and investors. He stressed the importance of policy certainty, streamlined approvals, improved ease of doing business, stronger Centre-State coordination and enhanced project bankability.

MNRE Secretary Santosh Kumar Sarangi identified long project lead times as one of the key challenges facing hydropower development. Delays in forest, environmental and right-of-way clearances can affect project execution timelines, he noted.

Sarangi also highlighted the need to improve the bankability of SHP projects, given their distinctive cash-flow profiles and requirement for long-term patient capital. He urged the Indian Renewable Energy Development Agency (IREDA) to work with banks and multilateral institutions, including the Asian Development Bank and the World Bank, to facilitate greater access to such financing.

The dedicated Small Hydro Power session at the Bharat Renewable Energy Summit & Expo 2026 is scheduled for November 2–5 at Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi. The session will focus on policy reforms, investment, financing, technology and partnerships for the development of India’s small hydro sector.

Greaves Electric Mobility (GEML) entered India’s Top 5 E2W manufacturers in September 2026. As per VAHAN data for September 1-9, shared on September 10, GEML recorded 2,645 E2W registrations and secured a 4.6 percent market share, moving to the no. 5 position and ahead of Ola Electric, which recorded 2,607 units and a 4.5 percent market share during the same period.

The September performance builds on GEML’s continued momentum in the electric two-wheeler market. The company’s volumes grew 66 percent over the previous month, from 1,597 units in August to 2,645 units in the first nine days of September, significantly ahead of the broader E2W market, which grew 33 percent over the comparable period, recording sales of 57,505 units. GEML also gained 0.9 percentage points in market share over August, improving from 3.7 percent to 4.6 percent.

This momentum follows a strong Q1 FY’27, during which GEML recorded 101 percent year-on-year growth in E2W volumes and reached a market share of 5.6 percent in June 2026. Together, these performances underline the company’s growing ability to consistently expand volumes and strengthen its presence in India’s increasingly competitive electric two-wheeler market. Importantly, GEML’s growth journey is being supported by an increasing focus on building a more sustainable and disciplined electric mobility business. Alongside expanding volumes and market presence, the company has continued to work towards reducing cash burn, improving operating efficiencies and strengthening the underlying economics of the business, pushing towards profitability.

The company’s performance reflects continued customer acceptance of its ‘Built for Bharat’ electric two-wheeler portfolio and the growing momentum behind its products across markets. The company has continued to strengthen its portfolio with products designed around evolving customer needs, including the performance scooter Nexus EX+, Magnus Neo, Reo Vyb and the Magnus GMax which was recognised as “Family Scooter of the Year”. Combined with an expanding retail and financing ecosystem and continued investments in technology and customer experience, these efforts are helping GEML build a stronger foundation for sustainable growth.

Greaves Electric Mobility (GEML) entered India’s Top 5 E2W manufacturers in September 2026. As per VAHAN data for September 1-9, shared on September 10, GEML recorded 2,645 E2W registrations and secured a 4.6 percent market share, moving to the no. 5 position and ahead of Ola Electric, which recorded 2,607 units and a 4.5 percent market share during the same period.

The September performance builds on GEML’s continued momentum in the electric two-wheeler market. The company’s volumes grew 66 percent over the previous month, from 1,597 units in August to 2,645 units in the first nine days of September, significantly ahead of the broader E2W market, which grew 33 percent over the comparable period, recording sales of 57,505 units. GEML also gained 0.9 percentage points in market share over August, improving from 3.7 percent to 4.6 percent.

This momentum follows a strong Q1 FY’27, during which GEML recorded 101 percent year-on-year growth in E2W volumes and reached a market share of 5.6 percent in June 2026. Together, these performances underline the company’s growing ability to consistently expand volumes and strengthen its presence in India’s increasingly competitive electric two-wheeler market. Importantly, GEML’s growth journey is being supported by an increasing focus on building a more sustainable and disciplined electric mobility business. Alongside expanding volumes and market presence, the company has continued to work towards reducing cash burn, improving operating efficiencies and strengthening the underlying economics of the business, pushing towards profitability.

The company’s performance reflects continued customer acceptance of its ‘Built for Bharat’ electric two-wheeler portfolio and the growing momentum behind its products across markets. The company has continued to strengthen its portfolio with products designed around evolving customer needs, including the performance scooter Nexus EX+, Magnus Neo, Reo Vyb and the Magnus GMax which was recognised as “Family Scooter of the Year”. Combined with an expanding retail and financing ecosystem and continued investments in technology and customer experience, these efforts are helping GEML build a stronger foundation for sustainable growth.

Greaves Electric Mobility (GEML) entered India’s Top 5 E2W manufacturers in September 2026. As per VAHAN data for September 1-9, shared on September 10, GEML recorded 2,645 E2W registrations and secured a 4.6 percent market share, moving to the no. 5 position and ahead of Ola Electric, which recorded 2,607 units and a 4.5 percent market share during the same period.

The September performance builds on GEML’s continued momentum in the electric two-wheeler market. The company’s volumes grew 66 percent over the previous month, from 1,597 units in August to 2,645 units in the first nine days of September, significantly ahead of the broader E2W market, which grew 33 percent over the comparable period, recording sales of 57,505 units. GEML also gained 0.9 percentage points in market share over August, improving from 3.7 percent to 4.6 percent.

This momentum follows a strong Q1 FY’27, during which GEML recorded 101 percent year-on-year growth in E2W volumes and reached a market share of 5.6 percent in June 2026. Together, these performances underline the company’s growing ability to consistently expand volumes and strengthen its presence in India’s increasingly competitive electric two-wheeler market. Importantly, GEML’s growth journey is being supported by an increasing focus on building a more sustainable and disciplined electric mobility business. Alongside expanding volumes and market presence, the company has continued to work towards reducing cash burn, improving operating efficiencies and strengthening the underlying economics of the business, pushing towards profitability.

The company’s performance reflects continued customer acceptance of its ‘Built for Bharat’ electric two-wheeler portfolio and the growing momentum behind its products across markets. The company has continued to strengthen its portfolio with products designed around evolving customer needs, including the performance scooter Nexus EX+, Magnus Neo, Reo Vyb and the Magnus GMax which was recognised as “Family Scooter of the Year”. Combined with an expanding retail and financing ecosystem and continued investments in technology and customer experience, these efforts are helping GEML build a stronger foundation for sustainable growth.

Greaves Electric Mobility (GEML) entered India’s Top 5 E2W manufacturers in September 2026. As per VAHAN data for September 1-9, shared on September 10, GEML recorded 2,645 E2W registrations and secured a 4.6 percent market share, moving to the no. 5 position and ahead of Ola Electric, which recorded 2,607 units and a 4.5 percent market share during the same period.

The September performance builds on GEML’s continued momentum in the electric two-wheeler market. The company’s volumes grew 66 percent over the previous month, from 1,597 units in August to 2,645 units in the first nine days of September, significantly ahead of the broader E2W market, which grew 33 percent over the comparable period, recording sales of 57,505 units. GEML also gained 0.9 percentage points in market share over August, improving from 3.7 percent to 4.6 percent.

This momentum follows a strong Q1 FY’27, during which GEML recorded 101 percent year-on-year growth in E2W volumes and reached a market share of 5.6 percent in June 2026. Together, these performances underline the company’s growing ability to consistently expand volumes and strengthen its presence in India’s increasingly competitive electric two-wheeler market. Importantly, GEML’s growth journey is being supported by an increasing focus on building a more sustainable and disciplined electric mobility business. Alongside expanding volumes and market presence, the company has continued to work towards reducing cash burn, improving operating efficiencies and strengthening the underlying economics of the business, pushing towards profitability.

The company’s performance reflects continued customer acceptance of its ‘Built for Bharat’ electric two-wheeler portfolio and the growing momentum behind its products across markets. The company has continued to strengthen its portfolio with products designed around evolving customer needs, including the performance scooter Nexus EX+, Magnus Neo, Reo Vyb and the Magnus GMax which was recognised as “Family Scooter of the Year”. Combined with an expanding retail and financing ecosystem and continued investments in technology and customer experience, these efforts are helping GEML build a stronger foundation for sustainable growth.

Greaves Electric Mobility (GEML) entered India’s Top 5 E2W manufacturers in September 2026. As per VAHAN data for September 1-9, shared on September 10, GEML recorded 2,645 E2W registrations and secured a 4.6 percent market share, moving to the no. 5 position and ahead of Ola Electric, which recorded 2,607 units and a 4.5 percent market share during the same period.

The September performance builds on GEML’s continued momentum in the electric two-wheeler market. The company’s volumes grew 66 percent over the previous month, from 1,597 units in August to 2,645 units in the first nine days of September, significantly ahead of the broader E2W market, which grew 33 percent over the comparable period, recording sales of 57,505 units. GEML also gained 0.9 percentage points in market share over August, improving from 3.7 percent to 4.6 percent.

This momentum follows a strong Q1 FY’27, during which GEML recorded 101 percent year-on-year growth in E2W volumes and reached a market share of 5.6 percent in June 2026. Together, these performances underline the company’s growing ability to consistently expand volumes and strengthen its presence in India’s increasingly competitive electric two-wheeler market. Importantly, GEML’s growth journey is being supported by an increasing focus on building a more sustainable and disciplined electric mobility business. Alongside expanding volumes and market presence, the company has continued to work towards reducing cash burn, improving operating efficiencies and strengthening the underlying economics of the business, pushing towards profitability.

The company’s performance reflects continued customer acceptance of its ‘Built for Bharat’ electric two-wheeler portfolio and the growing momentum behind its products across markets. The company has continued to strengthen its portfolio with products designed around evolving customer needs, including the performance scooter Nexus EX+, Magnus Neo, Reo Vyb and the Magnus GMax which was recognised as “Family Scooter of the Year”. Combined with an expanding retail and financing ecosystem and continued investments in technology and customer experience, these efforts are helping GEML build a stronger foundation for sustainable growth.

Greaves Electric Mobility (GEML) entered India’s Top 5 E2W manufacturers in September 2026. As per VAHAN data for September 1-9, shared on September 10, GEML recorded 2,645 E2W registrations and secured a 4.6 percent market share, moving to the no. 5 position and ahead of Ola Electric, which recorded 2,607 units and a 4.5 percent market share during the same period.

The September performance builds on GEML’s continued momentum in the electric two-wheeler market. The company’s volumes grew 66 percent over the previous month, from 1,597 units in August to 2,645 units in the first nine days of September, significantly ahead of the broader E2W market, which grew 33 percent over the comparable period, recording sales of 57,505 units. GEML also gained 0.9 percentage points in market share over August, improving from 3.7 percent to 4.6 percent.

This momentum follows a strong Q1 FY’27, during which GEML recorded 101 percent year-on-year growth in E2W volumes and reached a market share of 5.6 percent in June 2026. Together, these performances underline the company’s growing ability to consistently expand volumes and strengthen its presence in India’s increasingly competitive electric two-wheeler market. Importantly, GEML’s growth journey is being supported by an increasing focus on building a more sustainable and disciplined electric mobility business. Alongside expanding volumes and market presence, the company has continued to work towards reducing cash burn, improving operating efficiencies and strengthening the underlying economics of the business, pushing towards profitability.

The company’s performance reflects continued customer acceptance of its ‘Built for Bharat’ electric two-wheeler portfolio and the growing momentum behind its products across markets. The company has continued to strengthen its portfolio with products designed around evolving customer needs, including the performance scooter Nexus EX+, Magnus Neo, Reo Vyb and the Magnus GMax which was recognised as “Family Scooter of the Year”. Combined with an expanding retail and financing ecosystem and continued investments in technology and customer experience, these efforts are helping GEML build a stronger foundation for sustainable growth.

Greaves Electric Mobility (GEML) entered India’s Top 5 E2W manufacturers in September 2026. As per VAHAN data for September 1-9, shared on September 10, GEML recorded 2,645 E2W registrations and secured a 4.6 percent market share, moving to the no. 5 position and ahead of Ola Electric, which recorded 2,607 units and a 4.5 percent market share during the same period.

The September performance builds on GEML’s continued momentum in the electric two-wheeler market. The company’s volumes grew 66 percent over the previous month, from 1,597 units in August to 2,645 units in the first nine days of September, significantly ahead of the broader E2W market, which grew 33 percent over the comparable period, recording sales of 57,505 units. GEML also gained 0.9 percentage points in market share over August, improving from 3.7 percent to 4.6 percent.

This momentum follows a strong Q1 FY’27, during which GEML recorded 101 percent year-on-year growth in E2W volumes and reached a market share of 5.6 percent in June 2026. Together, these performances underline the company’s growing ability to consistently expand volumes and strengthen its presence in India’s increasingly competitive electric two-wheeler market. Importantly, GEML’s growth journey is being supported by an increasing focus on building a more sustainable and disciplined electric mobility business. Alongside expanding volumes and market presence, the company has continued to work towards reducing cash burn, improving operating efficiencies and strengthening the underlying economics of the business, pushing towards profitability.

The company’s performance reflects continued customer acceptance of its ‘Built for Bharat’ electric two-wheeler portfolio and the growing momentum behind its products across markets. The company has continued to strengthen its portfolio with products designed around evolving customer needs, including the performance scooter Nexus EX+, Magnus Neo, Reo Vyb and the Magnus GMax which was recognised as “Family Scooter of the Year”. Combined with an expanding retail and financing ecosystem and continued investments in technology and customer experience, these efforts are helping GEML build a stronger foundation for sustainable growth.