India’s installed wind power capacity has reached 57,443 MW, while wind energy generation touched 106 billion units in FY 2025–26, the government informed Parliament. India also retained its 4th position globally in wind energy installations, supported by policy initiatives aimed at accelerating renewable energy growth.
Key Highlights
- India’s installed wind power capacity has reached 57,443 MW.
- Wind energy projects generated 106 billion units of electricity in FY 2025–26.
- India ranked fourth globally in wind energy installations as of December 31, 2025.
- The government has introduced multiple policy measures to boost wind and renewable energy development.
New Delhi, July 22: India’s installed wind power capacity has reached 57,443 MW, reflecting the country’s continued progress in expanding its renewable energy portfolio, the government informed the Lok Sabha on Thursday.
In a written reply, Union Minister of State for New and Renewable Energy Shripad Yesso Naik said that wind energy projects generated 106 billion units (BU) of electricity during FY 2025–26. He added that power generation from wind projects has shown consistent growth over the past three financial years.
According to the Global Wind Energy Council (GWEC) Report 2026, India ranked fourth globally in cumulative wind energy installations as of December 31, 2025, underscoring the country’s growing role in the global clean energy transition.
The minister said the government has implemented a series of measures to accelerate the development of wind energy and other renewable energy sources. Under the Green Energy Corridor Scheme, investments have been made in new transmission lines and substation capacity to facilitate the evacuation of renewable power from generation sites to the national grid.
To encourage investments in clean energy, the government has also waived Inter-State Transmission System (ISTS) charges for eligible solar and wind power projects and introduced a graded ISTS charge mechanism for projects commissioned after the notified timelines. In addition, a comprehensive transmission plan up to 2030 has been prepared to support India’s rapidly expanding renewable energy capacity.
Naik informed Parliament that 100% Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) is permitted in the renewable energy sector under the automatic route, providing a favourable investment environment for domestic and international developers.
The government has also notified the Renewable Purchase Obligation (RPO) and Renewable Consumption Obligation (RCO) trajectory up to 2029–30. The RCO, applicable to designated consumers under the Energy Conservation Act, 2001, mandates renewable energy consumption and includes specified procurement from decentralised renewable energy sources. Non-compliance will attract penalties.
To further strengthen the sector, the government has issued revised standard bidding guidelines for grid-connected solar, wind, wind-solar hybrid, and Firm and Dispatchable Renewable Energy (FDRE) projects. It has also launched a Viability Gap Funding (VGF) Scheme for Offshore Wind Energy Projects, implemented Electricity (Rights of Consumers) Rules, 2020 to facilitate net metering up to 500 kW, and introduced the National Repowering and Life Extension Policy for Wind Power Projects, 2023 to improve the productivity of ageing wind farms.
India’s expanding wind power capacity and rising electricity generation demonstrate the country’s commitment to achieving its renewable energy and climate goals. Backed by supportive policies, improved transmission infrastructure and investment-friendly reforms, the wind energy sector is expected to play an increasingly important role in India’s transition towards a cleaner and more sustainable energy future.
