India ranks among world’s top four wind energy leaders

India has consolidated its position as one of the world’s top four wind energy producers, as the government accelerates efforts to expand renewable capacity and strengthen energy security, reports ANI, a partner of TV BRICS.

Speaking on the country’s clean energy trajectory, Union Minister Pralhad Joshi confirmed that India’s installed wind power capacity has surpassed 46 GW, with an additional 28 GW currently under development. The country has recorded steady annual growth, including the addition of more than 6 GW in recent years, reflecting sustained momentum in the sector.

Officials have set a target of reaching 100 GW of wind energy capacity by 2030, with further expansion to 156 GW planned by 2036. The strategy forms part of a broader transition towards low-carbon energy systems and aligns with long-term climate commitments.

India’s wind energy potential is estimated at over 1,100 GW, suggesting significant untapped capacity. Even partial utilisation of this resource could substantially transform the national energy mix and reduce reliance on fossil fuels.

Unlike solar power, wind energy offers greater consistency beyond daylight hours, with a significant share of generation occurring during peak demand periods in the evening and at night. This makes it a critical stabilising component of the country’s evolving energy system.

Authorities are increasingly focusing on integrated energy solutions that combine wind, solar and storage technologies, enabling more efficient and reliable power generation. Such hybrid systems are expected to play a central role in meeting rising electricity demand while maintaining grid stability.

India’s renewable energy expansion is also supported by broader policy initiatives led by the Ministry of New and Renewable Energy, including programmes aimed at scaling up green hydrogen production and increasing non-fossil fuel capacity to 500 GW by 2030.