Advanced Chemistry Cell Production Linked Incentive (ACC-PLI) Scheme

Category: Economy / Science & Technology

  • The ACC-PLI scheme promotes domestic manufacturing of Advanced Chemistry Cells, an important component of rechargeable batteries.
  • Approved with an outlay of ₹18,100 crore.
  • Implemented by the Ministry of Heavy Industries.
  • ACCs are important for electric vehicles, renewable-energy storage and portable electronics.
  • The scheme seeks to establish 50 GWh of domestic ACC manufacturing capacity.
  • It aims to reduce India's dependence on imported batteries and strengthen the domestic battery manufacturing ecosystem.
  • The programme is important for India's EV transition and energy-storage capacity.

Key Pointers: Outlay → ₹18,100 crore | Capacity target → 50 GWh | Ministry → Heavy Industries | Sector → Battery manufacturing.