Indian Overseas Congress Bahrain extends condolences on the demise of the Prime Minister of Bahrain
Manama: As the Kingdom of Bahrain mourns the death of its long-serving Prime Minister Prince Khalifa bin Salman Al Khalifa, the Indian Overseas Congress expressed its condolences to the royal family and the people of Bahrain on the passing away of the prime minister.
“IOC Executive Team headed by Mohammed Mansoor, President of IOC extended sincere condolences to His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa, may God preserve and protect him, the beloved King of the Kingdom of Bahrain and His Royal Highness Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, may God protect him, the Crown Prince, Deputy Supreme Commander and First Deputy Prime Minister and His Highness Shaikh Ali bin Khalifa Bin Salman Al Khalifa and His Highness Shaikh Salman bin Khalifa bin Salman Al Khalifa and to the Honourable Royal family, and the people of the Kingdom of Bahrain on the sad demise of His Royal Highness Prince Khalifa bin Salman Al Khalifa, may almighty God have mercy on him.
“Since morning Mr. Mohammed Mansoor was approached from several leaders of the INC Office, headed by Mr. Rahul Gandhi and was first to tweet and expressed his grief and passed his deepest condolences to HM King, the Royal family and the people of Bahrain” a press statement from the organization stated.
IOC Chairman, Mr. Sam Pitroda, expressed his sorrow and condolences to HM King, and the family.
Also recalled their last visit as State guest, where they had the opportunity to discuss bilateral ties and mutual interest which would benefit both the countries in the field of sports, arts, and culture.
“The relations between the two countries are very cordial in terms of policies, economic and cultural exchanges. Bahrain hosts about more than 350,000 Indian expatriates and the close bond established since inception is treasured and this legacy has been continuing” the statement further added.
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Gujarat builds 870 MW battery power backup network to stabilise renewable energy grid
Gandhinagar (PTI): Gujarat has initiated battery storage systems at five locations in the state, with a total capacity of 870 MW, to maintain the stability of the renewable power grid, officials said on Saturday.
Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) are essential for storing electricity generated from solar and other renewable sources. They help manage additional load and maintain grid stability.
“Gujarat has initiated battery storage systems at five locations with a total capacity of 870 MW,” an official release stated.
The state has also registered 13 projects across Ahmedabad, Gandhinagar, Banaskantha, Patan and Kutch districts to set up additional battery storage systems, it said.
Modhera in Gujarat, India’s first solar village, has launched the country’s first BESS integrated with a solar power plant, it said.
"Under the leadership of Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel, the state has continued to advance in this direction and has strengthened its position among the leading states driving battery storage systems in India,” the release said.
Recently, a battery storage system was commissioned at Charal in the Sanand taluka of Ahmedabad, it said.
Four systems are operational at Modhera in Mehsana and Lakhpat in Kutch. The state government has also included advanced energy storage systems as a key component in the Gujarat Integrated Renewable Energy Policy, 2025, the release said.
Accordingly, standalone battery storage projects, works linked with new renewable energy installations, and those integrated with existing renewable energy systems are being approved, it said.
Once the Standard Operating Procedure is approved, registrations for battery storage will open for commercial and industrial users, it said, adding that the move will allow them to set up battery storage alongside their solar or wind projects.
The state government is developing battery storage systems across Gujarat, with companies being invited in through a competitive bidding process.
GETCO (Gujarat Energy Transmission Corporation) and power distribution companies strategically identify locations for battery storage systems based on grid capacity and operational requirements, the release said.
Power generation from solar and other renewable sources fluctuates throughout the day. Excess energy generated during peak hours can be stored and supplied later during periods of high demand, especially in the evening when solar output declines. Battery storage systems help reduce stress on the grid and improve grid stability, it added.
