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India Surpasses 505 GW Power Capacity, Eyes 500 GW Renewables

12/19/2025

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Summary

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India's installed power generation capacity surpasses 505 GW, with more than 50% from non-fossil sources.
The government aims for 500 GW non-fossil capacity by 2030, backed by waivers for solar and wind.
Public sector banks have invested INR7.16 trillion in renewables, but fossil fuels still dominate energy revenues, with 90% of energy-related revenues coming from fossil fuels.
India prioritizes nuclear energy, targeting 100 GW by 2047.

History

Historical Context

India's National Solar Mission, launched in 2010 with an initial target of 20 GW, was revised in 2015 to 100 GW by 2022. Despite falling short by 40,000 MW, the mission has driven significant growth in solar capacity, contributing to over 505 GW of total power as of 2023. This reflects India's commitment to achieving 500 GW of non-fossil fuel capacity by 2030 amid rising energy demands.

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Story summary

India's installed power generation capacity surpasses 505 GW, with more than 50% from non-fossil sources.
The government aims for 500 GW non-fossil capacity by 2030, backed by waivers for solar and wind.
Public sector banks have invested INR7.16 trillion in renewables, but fossil fuels still dominate energy revenues, with 90% of energy-related revenues coming from fossil fuels.
India prioritizes nuclear energy, targeting 100 GW by 2047.

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