ENA Sectors 2026-04-07 16:27:26 <p><span style="font-size:14px"><strong>New Delhi, Apr 7 (KNN) </strong>India has achieved its highest-ever annual wind energy capacity addition of 6.05 gigawatt (GW) in financial year 2025 26, marking a significant milestone in the countrys renewable energy journey.</span></p> <p><span style="font-size:14px">As per the official data, the latest addition surpasses the previous record of 5.5 GW achieved in FY 2016 17 and represents a sharp increase of nearly 46 per cent over FY 2024 25. </span></p> <p><span style="font-size:14px">With this, Indias cumulative installed wind power capacity has crossed 56 GW, reflecting renewed momentum in the sector driven by improved policy clarity, enhanced transmission infrastructure, competitive tariff discovery and a robust project pipeline.</span></p> <p><span style="font-size:14px">The growth has been led by key wind-rich states such as Gujarat, Karnataka and Maharashtra, supported by increasing deployment of wind-solar hybrid projects and the progressive rollout of green energy open access.</span></p> <p><span style="font-size:14px">Indias wind energy sector has evolved steadily over the years, positioning the country among the leading global wind energy markets. </span></p> <p><span style="font-size:14px">The expansion has been supported by a range of government initiatives, including concessional customs duty on key components, waiver of Inter-State Transmission System (ISTS) charges till June 2028, competitive bidding mechanisms, dedicated Renewable Consumption Obligation (RCO) frameworks, and technical support from the National Institute of Wind Energy.</span></p> <p><span style="font-size:14px">The record capacity addition is expected to significantly strengthen Indias renewable energy portfolio and support its target of achieving 500 GW of non-fossil fuel-based energy capacity by 2030.</span></p> <p><span style="font-size:14px">Indias wind energy programme, initiated in the early 1990s, has since developed into a mature ecosystem backed by a strong policy framework aimed at promoting large-scale grid-connected wind power projects.</span></p> <p><span style="font-size:14px"><em><strong>(KNN Bureau)</strong></em></span><br /> </p> 45708 https://knnindia.co.in/news/newsdetails/sectors/india-achieves-highest-ever-wind-capacity-addition-of-605-gw-in-fy26 2026-04-07 16:27:26 knnindia.co.in