India Achieves Record 266.78 GW Non-Fossil Fuel Capacity in 2025, Solar and Wind Lead Growth

India marked a landmark year in its clean energy journey in 2025, with non-fossil fuel installed power capacity reaching 266.78 GW, a 22.6 per cent increase over 2024, Union Minister for New and Renewable Energy Pralhad Joshi announced. The country added 49.12 GW of new renewable capacity during the year.

Solar and Wind Power Drive Expansion
Solar energy remained the primary driver of India’s renewable growth, with installed capacity rising from 97.86 GW in 2024 to 135.81 GW in 2025, a 38.8 per cent increase. Wind power capacity also grew steadily, reaching 54.51 GW, up 13.2 per cent from the previous year. Together, solar and wind accounted for the majority of India’s renewable energy expansion.

Bioenergy and Small Hydro Contribute to Diversification
Bioenergy capacity reached 11.61 GW, including 0.55 GW from waste-to-energy off-grid projects, reflecting progress in clean fuel generation and sustainable waste management. Small hydro power capacity increased to 5.16 GW, supporting decentralized, region-specific renewable deployment. Large hydro capacity stood at 50.91 GW, including 7,175.6 MW of pumped storage, enhancing grid stability and integration of variable renewable energy.

Policy Leadership Supports Clean Energy Growth
Union Minister Joshi attributed the record growth to India’s long-term policy direction and sustained implementation under Prime Minister Narendra Modi. He said the achievements reinforce India’s commitment to energy security, climate responsibility, and building a self-reliant green economy.

India is steadily progressing toward its national target of 500 GW of non-fossil fuel capacity by 2030. The Ministry of New and Renewable Energy will continue to collaborate with states and stakeholders to accelerate renewable energy deployment across the country.