India adds highest-ever 6.05 GW wind capacity in FY26; total crosses 56 GW

India has recorded its highest-ever annual wind energy capacity addition of 6.05 GW in 2025–26, a nearly 46% jump over the previous fiscal, reflecting a renewed momentum in the sector, according to the Ministry of New and Renewable Energy

“India achieved its highest-ever annual wind capacity addition of 6.05 GW during FY 2025-26 crossing the landmark of 5.5 GW capacity addition in FY 2016-17,” the ministry said in a statement.

“This also represents an increase of nearly 46% over the capacity added in FY 2024–25 marking a decisive acceleration in India's onshore wind deployment trajectory,” it added.

With the latest addition, India’s cumulative installed wind power capacity has crossed 56 GW.

“This milestone reflects renewed momentum in the sector driven by improved policy clarity, transmission readiness, competitive tariff discovery, and a strong project pipeline,” the statement said.

The growth was led by states such as Gujarat, Karnataka and Maharashtra, which were the primary contributors during the year.

“States such as Gujarat, Karnataka, and Maharashtra have been the primary contributors to capacity addition during the year, underpinned by a growing pipeline of wind-solar hybrid projects and the progressive roll-out of green energy open access,” it said.

The government attributed the record addition to sustained policy support and improved execution.

“This milestone achievement is the result of sustained policy support, improved project execution, and greater pipeline maturity across key wind states,” the statement said.

It also highlighted measures taken to promote the sector, including concessional customs duty on select components, waiver of inter-state transmission system (ISTS) charges till June 2028, competitive bidding mechanisms and a separate Wind Renewable Consumption Obligation (RCO) framework.

India’s wind energy sector has grown steadily since its inception in the early 1990s, emerging as one of the leading markets globally.

“The record addition significantly strengthens India’s renewable energy portfolio and contributes towards achieving the national target of 500 GW of non-fossil fuel-based energy capacity by 2030,” the statement added.