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India Adds Record 6,057 MW Wind Power in FY26, Total Capacity Crosses 57,443 MW

India's installed wind power capacity reached 57,443 MW by June 30, 2026, while wind power generation touched a record 106.7 billion units in FY 2025-26. Gujarat remained the leading wind energy state, according to official MNRE data.
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New Delhi: India’s installed wind power capacity has reached 57,443 MW as of June 30, 2026, according to the Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE). The latest official data also shows that India generated 106.7 billion units of wind electricity during FY 2025-26. This marks the country’s best annual performance in recent years and highlights the fast growth of renewable energy in India.

Key Highlights of India Installed Wind Power Capacity

  • India’s installed wind power capacity: 57,443 MW (as of June 30, 2026)
  • Wind power generated in FY 2025-26: 106.7 Billion Units (106,699 MUs)
  • New wind capacity added in FY 2025-26: 6,057 MW
  • Top state by installed capacity: Gujarat (16,086 MW)
  • India’s global rank: 4th in installed wind power capacity (GWEC Report 2026)

The information was shared by Union Minister of State for New and Renewable Energy, Shripad Yesso Naik, in a written reply in the Lok Sabha. The figures are based on official data released by the Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE).

Read also: India Achieves 288.58 GW Renewable Energy Capacity, Solar Power Leads Green Growth 

India Records Highest Annual Wind Power Capacity Addition

India added 6,057 MW of new wind power capacity during FY 2025-26. This is much higher than the additions made in the previous two years. At the same time, wind electricity generation also increased from 83 billion units to 106.7 billion units, showing strong growth in renewable energy production.

Wind Power Growth Over the Last Three Financial Years

Financial YearNew Capacity AddedWind Power Generation
FY 2023-243,253 MW83 Billion Units
FY 2024-254,151 MW83 Billion Units
FY 2025-266,057 MW106.7 Billion Units

The latest numbers show that India’s wind energy sector is growing faster than before.

State-Wise Installed Wind Power Capacity in India (June 30, 2026)

Gujarat remains the largest wind energy state in India. Tamil Nadu and Karnataka continue to hold the second and third positions.

RankStateInstalled Capacity
1Gujarat16,086 MW
2Tamil Nadu12,273 MW
3Karnataka8,896 MW
4Maharashtra6,318 MW
5Rajasthan5,516 MW
6Andhra Pradesh4,461 MW
7Madhya Pradesh3,686 MW
8Telangana128 MW
9Kerala71 MW

Total Installed Wind Power Capacity: 57,443 MW

India Installed Wind Power Capacity: State-Wise Wind Power Generation in FY 2025-26

Gujarat also generated the highest amount of wind electricity during FY 2025-26.

RankStateWind Power Generation
1Gujarat33,706 MUs
2Tamil Nadu24,200 MUs
3Karnataka18,804 MUs
4Andhra Pradesh8,902 MUs
5Maharashtra8,610 MUs
6Rajasthan7,345 MUs
7Madhya Pradesh4,706 MUs
8Telangana292 MUs
9Kerala130 MUs

Total Wind Power Generation: 106,699 Million Units (106.7 Billion Units)

India Becomes the World’s 4th Largest Wind Energy Market

According to the Global Wind Energy Council (GWEC) Report 2026, India ranked 4th globally in installed wind power capacity as of December 31, 2025. The ranking reflects India’s growing investment in renewable energy and its commitment to increasing clean electricity generation.

India Installed Wind Power Capacity: Government Initiatives to Promote Wind Energy in India

The Central Government has introduced several policies to support wind energy projects across the country. Major initiatives include:

  • Green Energy Corridor for better power transmission
  • Transmission infrastructure planning up to 2030
  • 100% Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) through the automatic route
  • Renewable Purchase Obligation (RPO) and Renewable Consumption Obligation (RCO) targets till 2029-30
  • Viability Gap Funding (VGF) for offshore wind projects
  • Green Energy Open Access Rules
  • National Repowering and Life Extension Policy for Wind Power Projects, 2023
  • Green Term Ahead Market (GTAM) for renewable energy trading
  • Faster payments to renewable energy developers through Letter of Credit (LC) or advance payment system

These policies aim to increase renewable energy production, attract investments, and improve India’s clean energy infrastructure.

Read also: Year-End Review: Ministry of Power Highlights Record 242.49 GW Peak Demand and Renewable Energy Growth in 2025


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