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Union Minister of New and Renewable Energy, Pralhad Joshi, announced that India’s wind energy capacity has reached 48.59 GW as of February 28, 2025, contributing significantly to the country’s renewable energy goals.
To accelerate wind power adoption, the central government has introduced several initiatives, including a bidding trajectory for Renewable Energy Implementing Agencies (REIAs) to procure 50 GW of renewable energy annually from FY 2023-24 to FY 2027-28. Additionally, the government has waived Inter-State Transmission System (ISTS) charges for wind power projects commissioned by June 30, 2025, aiming to enhance interstate trade and distribution of wind energy.
The push for wind energy is backed by 100% Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) under the automatic route, making India an attractive destination for wind energy investments. The government has also established Renewable Purchase Obligations (RPOs) and Renewable Consumption Obligations (RCOs) to ensure increased adoption of wind power, with compliance mandates and penalties for non-adherence.
With these strategic policies, India aims to scale up its wind energy capacity as part of its broader target of 500 GW non-fossil power capacity by 2030.
