India Achieves 275 GW Non-Fossil Fuel Capacity, Progressing Towards 2030 Clean Energy Goal: Centre
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India Surpasses 275 GW Non-Fossil Fuel Capacity, On Track for 2030 Clean Energy Goal
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News18•19-03-2026, 07:00
India Surpasses 275 GW Non-Fossil Fuel Capacity, On Track for 2030 Clean Energy Goal
•India has exceeded 275.45 GW of non-fossil fuel-based electricity capacity, progressing towards its 2030 renewable energy targets.
•The Central Electricity Authority (CEA) plans to integrate over 500 GW of non-fossil fuel energy capacity by 2030, with transmission systems for 271.78 GW already commissioned.
•Solar power dominates with 143.60 GW, followed by hydro (56.33 GW) and wind (55.13 GW); Gujarat and Rajasthan lead in installations.
•Challenges include land acquisition delays, transmission infrastructure, and financing, but India remains on track.
•India promotes indigenous manufacturing with 172,592 MW solar PV module capacity and 20,000 MW annual wind turbine production capacity.
