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India's $2.2 Trillion Plan: Power Capacity to Double by 2036

3/20/2026

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India plans to more than double its power generation capacity to 1,121 gigawatts by 2035-36.
Non-fossil sources are expected to comprise about 70% of the mix, led by solar at 509 gigawatts.
Coal will still play a significant role for grid stability.
The government aims to invest $2.2 trillion in the power sector over the next two decades, despite financial instability in state-owned distribution companies.

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Story summary

India plans to more than double its power generation capacity to 1,121 gigawatts by 2035-36.
Non-fossil sources are expected to comprise about 70% of the mix, led by solar at 509 gigawatts.
Coal will still play a significant role for grid stability.
The government aims to invest $2.2 trillion in the power sector over the next two decades, despite financial instability in state-owned distribution companies.