India achieves 50% non-fossil fuel power capacity 5 years ahead of schedule: Pralhad Joshi

Wind energy projects, particularly in Gujarat and Tamil Nadu, continue supporting evening peak demand requirements

India has reached a significant energy milestone by achieving 50% of its total installed electricity capacity from non-fossil fuel sources, accomplishing this target five years earlier than originally planned under its Paris Agreement commitments, an official release said on Monday. It added that this breakthrough demonstrates the nation's accelerated transition toward sustainable energy and reinforces its position as a global leader in climate action.

The official release shared by the Ministry of New and Renewable Energy remarked that the achievement represents a fundamental shift in India's energy landscape, with non-fossil fuel sources now comprising 242.78 GW of India's total 484.82 GW installed capacity — which includes renewable energy installations of 184.62 GW, large hydroelectric projects contributing 49.38 GW, and nuclear power adding 8.78 GW to the clean energy mix.

Commenting on this achievement, Union Minister of New and Renewable Energy Pralhad Joshi emphasized the significance of it and highlighted that India is demonstrating viable pathways for climate solutions while maintaining economic growth.

The minister said, “In a world seeking climate solutions, India is showing the way. Achieving 50% non-fossil fuel capacity five years ahead of the 2030 target is a proud moment for every Indian. Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi’s leadership continues to drive Bharat’s green transformation — paving the path towards a self-reliant and sustainable future.”

Historic Green Leap for India! 🇮🇳 India achieves 50% non-fossil fuel capacity — 5 years ahead of its 2030 target.

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Under the visionary leadership of Hon’ble Prime Minister Shri @narendrmodi ji, a major climate commitment has been fulfilled. India's total installed power capacity… pic.twitter.com/ZmLSVHtjq2 — Pralhad Joshi (@JoshiPralhad) July 14, 2025

The ministry said that several flagship initiatives have driven this transformation. The PM-KUSUM scheme has revolutionized rural energy access by providing solar-powered pumps to millions of farmers, enabling sustainable agriculture practices while creating opportunities for agrovoltaics development, it said, adding that the PM Surya Ghar initiative, launched in 2024, has democratized solar energy access by targeting one crore households for rooftop solar installations, fostering decentralized energy generation.

In a world seeking climate solutions, India is showing the way. Achieving 50% non-fossil fuel capacity five years ahead of the 2030 target is a proud moment for every Indian. Hon'ble PM Shri @narendramodi ji’s leadership continues to drive Bharat’s green transformation — paving… pic.twitter.com/ydzWErWQNC — Pralhad Joshi (@JoshiPralhad) July 14, 2025

The release informed thar solar parks across various states have facilitated large-scale renewable installations at historically low tariffs, making clean energy increasingly cost-competitive. Wind energy projects, particularly in Gujarat and Tamil Nadu, continue supporting evening peak demand requirements, it revealed. The ministerial document informed that bioenergy sector has emerged as a crucial contributor, advancing circular economy objectives while generating substantial rural employment opportunities.