India Surpasses 56 GW in Wind Energy: A Green Revolution Under Modi's Leadership
New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi announced a significant achievement in India's renewable energy sector, revealing that the nation's wind energy generation capacity has surpassed 56 gigawatts.
During his latest 'Mann Ki Baat' radio broadcast, Modi emphasized the importance of conserving electricity and transitioning to cleaner energy sources.
"India has recently crossed a crucial threshold in wind energy, with our generation capacity now exceeding 56 gigawatts. In the last year alone, we have added nearly 6 gigawatts of new capacity," he stated.
Modi highlighted that both solar and wind energy are vital for the country's progress, asserting, "This is not merely an environmental issue; it is about ensuring our future, and everyone has a part to play in this endeavor."
Union Minister for New and Renewable Energy, Pralhad Joshi, noted that India has experienced its most successful year for wind energy capacity expansion, achieving a remarkable addition of 6.1 GW during the 2025-26 period.
Currently, India ranks fourth in the world for wind energy, boasting over 56.1 GW of installed capacity, with an additional 28 GW in the pipeline.