India is set to export electricity to Saudi Arabia and UAE through large undersea power cables, marking a new milestone in regional energy cooperation.
The Indian government has signed joint venture agreements with both Gulf countries to send 2 gigawatts (GW) of electricity to each. This move shows India’s growing role as a key energy supplier in the region.
A 1,700-kilometer-long undersea power cable will connect India to Saudi Arabia. This project is expected to cost ₹47,000 crore, which is about $5.5 billion. Meanwhile, another undersea cable stretching 1,400 kilometers will link India to the UAE. This project will cost around ₹43,500 crore.
These massive projects are part of India’s strategy to strengthen ties with neighboring countries and expand its energy exports. By sending electricity across the sea, India hopes to support the energy needs of the Gulf countries while also boosting its own energy sector and economy.
This new form of cooperation highlights how countries are working together to meet growing power demands and reduce reliance on fossil fuels. The projects also show India’s advancements in energy technology and infrastructure.
Experts believe that this step will open doors for more cross-border energy trade in the future and make the region more connected and energy secure.
As the world shifts towards cleaner and more stable energy solutions, India’s role as a regional energy hub is becoming more important and these undersea power links are a big step in that direction.
