India’s total installed Wind Capacity to Reach 63 GW by FY 27

 India's Wind Energy Capacity to Reach 63 GW by FY 27

India's annual wind power capacity addition is projected to double, from approximately 3.4 GW in FY 24-25 to around 7.1 GW in FY 26-27, according to a Crisil report.

Wind Energy Status in India

• Total Installed Wind Capacity: India's total installed wind capacity has more than doubled in just over a decade, reaching 48.16 GW as of January 2025. India currently ranks 4th globally in terms of total installed wind capacity.
• Contribution to Renewable Energy: Wind power is the second-largest contributor to India’s renewable energy mix, following solar power, which leads with over 100 GW.
• High Potential Areas for Wind Power: Key states with high wind energy potential include Gujarat, Maharashtra, Karnataka, Tamil Nadu, and Andhra Pradesh.

Initiatives to Promote Wind Energy

• National Wind-Solar Hybrid Policy (2018): This policy encourages hybrid projects that combine wind and solar energy, optimizing land use and enhancing grid stability.
• Offshore Wind Energy Policy (2015): This policy supports offshore wind development, with identified potential along the Gujarat and Tamil Nadu coasts.
• Green Energy Open Access Rules (2022): These rules make it easier for consumers to access renewable energy, fostering greater adoption of wind power.
• Renewable Energy Purchase Obligation (RPO): This mandate requires power distribution companies to source a certain percentage of electricity from wind and other renewable sources.

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