In a historic milestone for India’s energy sector, the country’s total installed electricity capacity has surpassed 500 gigawatts (GW), with renewable and non-fossil sources now contributing more than half of the total. As of September 30, 2025, India’s total capacity stands at 500.89 GW, including 256.09 GW (51%) from non-fossil fuels such as solar, wind, hydro, and nuclear energy. Fossil-fuel-based generation accounts for 244.80 GW (49%).
During the first half of FY 2025–26 (April–September 2025), India added 28 GW of non-fossil capacity compared to just 5.1 GW from fossil fuels, highlighting the country’s rapid clean energy expansion. Solar leads the renewable mix with 127.33 GW, followed by wind at 53.12 GW, reinforcing India’s position as a global renewable energy powerhouse.
A major highlight came on July 29, 2025, when India recorded its highest-ever renewable share in total power generation, 51.5 percent of the nation’s 203 GW electricity demand. On that day, solar contributed 44.50 GW, wind produced 29.89 GW, and hydro generated 30.29 GW, marking the first time renewables met more than half of India’s daily power needs.
This achievement means India has already met one of its COP26 Panchamrit goals — reaching 50% non-fossil capacity by 2030 — five years ahead of schedule. Officials hailed the milestone as a testament to India’s leadership in the global clean energy transition, achieved while ensuring grid stability and reliability.
The renewable surge is also creating vast opportunities in manufacturing, innovation, and green jobs, benefiting communities nationwide. The government reaffirmed its commitment to making India a global hub for renewable energy and sustainable growth.
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