India aspires to become a Viksit Bharat by 2047, marking a century of independence. Realizing this vision demands a sustainable development strategy that balances economic growth with environmental responsibility, ensuring steady progress toward the nation’s Net-Zero target by 2070. A strong and resilient battery ecosystem will be a cornerstone of this transformation, driving advancements in renewable energy, electric mobility, and energy storage. However, India's emerging battery industry must navigate key challenges, including supply chain constraints, limited domestic technology development, and insufficient material processing infrastructure. Overcoming these hurdles requires a comprehensive, collaborative approach, with enhanced coordination across the battery value chain.

To accelerate this progress, WRI India is organizing the Battery Summit 2025, with the Department of Science and Technology (DST) under the Ministry of Science and Technology, Government of India, as knowledge partner. The Summit will serve as a dynamic platform for industry leaders, policymakers, researchers, and innovators. Through panel discussions on critical topics —mineral security, raw material processing, battery component manufacturing, alternative battery technologies, battery data management, and the circular economy — the summit will foster meaningful dialogue and collaboration. By promoting technology transfer, strategic partnerships, and policy development, the Summit aims to fast-track the transition of cutting-edge innovations from research labs to large-scale commercial applications, paving the way for a sustainable and self-reliant battery ecosystem in India.

A standout feature of Battery Summit 2025 is the Battery Technologies Showcase, an exhibition spotlighting groundbreaking advancements across the battery value chain. From cutting-edge battery design and manufacturing to performance optimization and circular economy solutions, this showcase offers an immersive, hands-on experience.

By integrating live demonstrations, interactive exhibits, and expert-led discussions, the Summit fosters a dynamic environment where innovation meets real-world implementation. Participants will have the opportunity to explore tangible prototypes and scalable technologies, bridging the gap between concept and commercialization.

The Battery Summit 2025 is supported under the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP)-led project, 'Electrifying Mobility in Cities: Investing in the Transformation to Electric Mobility in India, which focuses on freight electrification, battery circularity, EV charging infrastructure, and an accelerated and equitable transition to electric mobility. The project is executed under the leadership of NITI Aayog, with funding support from the Global Environment Facility (GEF).

The Battery Summit 2025 is also supported by the Battery360 Alliance, a multi-stakeholder platform bringing together industry, government, research organizations, and technical experts to explore opportunities and address challenges in the battery ecosystem. The alliance aims to accelerate the development of a sustainable, circular, and indigenous battery value chain in India.