October 16, 2025
⚡ A New Era of Energy Independence for Indian Homes
Ola Electric, India’s largest EV manufacturer, has just taken a big leap beyond electric vehicles. On October 16, 2025, the company officially launched “Ola Shakti”, a residential Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) that brings smart, reliable, and clean energy storage to Indian households, farms, and businesses.
With this move, Ola enters India’s ₹1 Lakh Crore BESS market, projected to grow to over ₹3 Lakh Crore by 2030.
🔋 What is Ola Shakti?
Ola Shakti is a portable, on-demand energy system designed to store and deliver electricity whenever needed — ideal for homes facing power cuts or for those using solar energy setups.
It’s powered by Ola’s own 4680 Bharat Cells, the same cutting-edge battery technology used in Ola’s EVs. These batteries are fully designed, engineered, and manufactured in India at Ola’s Gigafactory.
🌍 Built for Indian Conditions
Ola Shakti has been made to handle the challenges of Indian homes and weather. Here’s what makes it stand out:
- Automotive-grade safety and 98% energy efficiency
- IP67-rated batteries — fully weatherproof and dustproof
- Instant 0 ms changeover — no flicker or delay during power cuts
- Operates between 120V–290V, protecting appliances from voltage fluctuations
- Zero maintenance and running costs
Unlike diesel generators or traditional inverters, Ola Shakti is cleaner, quieter, and smarter.
💡 Smart Energy Management
Ola Shakti isn’t just a backup — it’s an intelligent energy companion. Users can control and monitor energy use directly through their Ola app.
Some of its smart features include:
- Time-of-Day (ToD) charge and discharge scheduling
- Intelligent backup prioritization
- Remote diagnostics and OTA (Over-the-Air) updates
- Real-time energy insights for cost savings
- Expandable system design for future upgrades
💰 Pricing and Availability
Ola Shakti comes in four variants, with introductory prices for the first 10,000 units:
| Capacity | Price |
|---|---|
| 1kW / 1.5kWh | ₹29,999 |
| 1kW / 3kWh | ₹55,999 |
| 3kW / 5.2kWh | ₹1,19,999 |
| 6kW / 9.1kWh | ₹1,59,999 |
It can easily power air conditioners, refrigerators, induction cookers, farm pumps, and more — offering up to 1.5 hours of backup at full load and 2-hour charging time.
Reservations are now open at just ₹999, and deliveries begin on Makar Sankranti 2026 via the Ola Electric website and Ola Experience Stores.
🏭 The Bigger Picture: India’s Energy Future
According to Bhavish Aggarwal, Chairman and Managing Director of Ola Electric:
“India doesn’t face an energy shortage; it faces an energy storage opportunity. With Ola Shakti, we are turning that opportunity into energy independence.”
Ola plans to scale its BESS production using the same Gigafactory infrastructure built for EVs — allowing rapid growth without additional Capex or R&D costs. The company expects its BESS consumption to exceed its automotive consumption in the coming years.
Suggested FAQs
Q1: What is Ola Shakti?
Ola Shakti is a residential battery energy storage system (BESS) launched by Ola Electric to store and supply electricity for homes, farms, and businesses.
Q2: When will Ola Shakti be available?
Deliveries will begin from Makar Sankranti 2026, and reservations are open now at ₹999.
Q3: What are the price options for Ola Shakti?
Prices start from ₹29,999 for the 1.5kWh model and go up to ₹1,59,999 for the 9.1kWh variant.
Q4: Is Ola Shakti made in India?
Yes. It’s fully designed, engineered, and manufactured in India using Ola’s 4680 Bharat Cell technology.
Q5: Can Ola Shakti replace a generator or inverter?
Yes, it’s a cleaner, quieter, and more efficient alternative with smart energy management and zero maintenance.
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