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CEA issues draft safety regulations for battery energy storage systems

The Central Electricity Authority (CEA), under the Ministry of Power, Government of India, has proposed a draft amendment to its safety regulations related to electric supply. The draft titled “Central Electricity Authority (Measures relating to Safety and Electric Supply) (First Amendment) Regulations, 2025” introduces comprehensive safety standards specifically for Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS). The public notice inviting comments on this draft has been issued under Section 177 of the Electricity Act, 2003. The last date for stakeholders and the public to submit their comments is July 20, 2025. Interested parties can view the draft on the CEA website or inspect it at the CEA office in New Delhi during working hours. The draft regulations aim to ensure additional safety requirements for BESS installations. A new chapter titled “Chapter X-A” has been added, which includes several safety provisions such as fault tolerance, fire suppression, emergency stops, security, ventilation, and hazard detection.