India logs record 6.1 GW wind capacity addition in FY26, targets 100 GW by 2030
India has recorded its highest-ever annual addition in wind energy capacity, installing 6.1 gigawatts (GW) during 2025–26, Union Minister for New and Renewable Energy Pralhad Joshi said on Wednesday.
Addressing the foundation day event of the Wind Independent Power Producers Association (WIPPA), the minister highlighted that India currently ranks fourth globally in wind energy, with a total installed capacity exceeding 56.1 GW. An additional 28 GW of projects are under various stages of implementation, he added.
Joshi reiterated the government’s commitment to scaling up wind power capacity to 100 GW by 2030 and 156 GW by 2036, as part of India’s broader clean energy transition and its net-zero emissions target for 2070.
Emphasising the sector’s untapped potential, he noted that India’s wind energy capacity at a hub height of 150 metres is estimated at around 1,164 GW. Wind power, he said, plays a crucial role in stabilising the energy grid, particularly as nearly 45 per cent of generation occurs during peak demand hours in the evening and night, complementing solar energy.
Highlighting policy support, the minister said the government has introduced a dedicated wind component under Renewable Purchase Obligations (RPOs) to ensure steady demand. Measures such as enforcement of Late Payment Surcharge rules, transparent bidding mechanisms, and the Approved List of Models and Manufacturers (ALMM) are aimed at boosting investor confidence and promoting domestic manufacturing.
India has also developed a strong domestic manufacturing ecosystem for wind energy, with an annual capacity of over 24 GW and indigenisation levels of 70–80 per cent, supported by a robust supply chain spanning blades, towers, and gearboxes.
Addressing industry concerns, Joshi said the government is considering the release of additional wind tenders and promoting hybrid and round-the-clock (RTC) renewable energy projects to improve grid efficiency. Issues related to deviation penalties, power curtailment, and transmission delays are also under active review.
The minister further highlighted initiatives such as the Green Energy Open Access rules, repowering of old turbines, and expansion of transmission infrastructure under the Green Energy Corridor project.
He added that efforts are underway to mobilise long-term, low-cost financing through mechanisms such as blended finance and credit enhancement. A recently launched 500 MW pilot under the Contracts for Difference (CfD) model is expected to provide revenue certainty and enhance market stability.
Noting shifting global supply chains, Joshi said India is well-positioned to emerge as a key manufacturing and supply hub in the wind energy sector.
He called for greater focus on integrated renewable systems combining wind, solar, and energy storage to ensure a reliable and sustainable power supply.
Senior officials, including MNRE Secretary Santosh Sarangi, were also present at the event.
