India aims for 33 GW HVDC links to power renewables

HVDC and India's Energy Push

The global energy switch is speeding up. Countries are chasing big decarbonization goals, and that means we need smarter long-distance power. High Voltage Direct Current, or HVDC, is becoming a big part of that answer. Globally, the length of HVDC lines has surpassed 1,00,000 km, roughly tripling between 2010 and 2021. Most of this growth is in China and Europe, and there are more undersea cables now too. This isn’t just fancy tech talk. HVDC helps connect big wind and solar projects that are far from people. It cuts transmission losses by up to 50% because it transfers direct current and avoids the phase shifts and reactive power losses that slow AC lines down.

It means more reliable power for industry and for cities, even when sun isn’t shining or wind isn’t blowing at peak. It also suggests new jobs in design, manufacturing, and maintenance of HVDC systems. And it points to a future where renewable energy from far away places can reach your street with less waste. In short: HVDC is not just lines on a map; it’s a backbone for a cleaner, cheaper, and more stable energy future in India.

What does this all mean for India? The energy push with HVDC, paired with a hopeful trade deal, could unlock faster growth. Cheaper, cleaner power and higher exporter confidence can go hand in hand. It’s a future where Indian industry runs more smoothly, and investors feel safer putting money behind it. The path is clear: smarter grids, smarter policy, and a market that believes in India’s next chapter. The implications are big, and they’re starting to show.