Here’s an overview of wind power in India — its current status, potential, policy framework, and future outlook:
Current Status of Wind Power in India
Installed Capacity
- India’s wind energy capacity reached around 51.7 GW as of mid-2025. Gujarat, Tamil Nadu, and Karnataka are the largest contributors.
- Wind power accounts for about 20–23 % of India’s total renewable energy capacity.
- India ranks among the top countries globally in installed wind capacity.
Leading States for Wind Power
The primary states with wind installations include:
- Gujarat – highest capacity
- Tamil Nadu – strong second
- Karnataka
- Rajasthan
- Maharashtra
- Andhra Pradesh & Madhya Pradesh
Wind Energy Potential
India has a very large wind energy resource:
- Estimated gross potential is about 695 GW at 120 m hub height and 1,163 GW at 150 m, much greater than current utilization.
- Despite this huge potential, only a small fraction (~4–5 %) has been harnessed so far.
The National Institute of Wind Energy (NIWE) monitors wind resources across the country and provides detailed wind maps for developers.
Growth Trends and Capacity Additions
- Wind capacity continues to grow steadily — roughly 3–5 GW per year recently.
- In the first nine months of 2025, wind installations showed strong growth, contributing significantly to record renewables additions.
Despite solar often grabbing headlines for rapid growth, wind remains a key part of India’s decarbonization and grid diversification strategy.
Policy & Market Support
Key Government Measures
- Waiver of inter-state transmission charges for wind and solar projects (for specified commission dates).
- Competitive tariff bidding frameworks to procure wind power efficiently.
- Strong technical support for resource assessment and project development via NIWE.
Wind-Solar Hybrid Projects
Many new tenders combine wind with solar and battery storage to improve generation reliability and grid integration.
Local Manufacturing Policies
India is introducing wind turbine norms mandating local sourcing and data localization to bolster domestic manufacturing and technology capability.
Future Outlook & Targets
- Government target: ~100 GW of installed wind capacity by 2030 — with the potential to exceed this based on market and policy support.
- Some estimates suggest wind capacity could reach ~107 GW by 2030 if growth accelerates.
- Wind power will continue to play a major role in India’s clean energy goals, alongside solar and storage, to help meet 500 GW of non-fossil capacity by 2030