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India Targets 100 GW Wind Power by 2030 as Tamil Nadu Leads Repowering Drive
- •India aims to exceed 100 GW of wind power capacity by 2030, marking a nearly 70% increase from current installations.
- •Union Minister Pralhad Joshi reported a record annual capacity addition of 6.05 GW in FY26 and anticipates even higher installations in FY27.
- •Tamil Nadu is spearheading growth through a wind repowering policy to replace aging turbines with more efficient models.
- •Defense clearances and aircraft movement restrictions remain key hurdles, with ongoing talks involving Defense Minister Rajnath Singh to resolve no-go zones.
Key Questions Answered
India is targeting more than 100 GW of wind power capacity by 2030. This represents a nearly 70% increase from the 59.20 GW that was installed as of September 30, 2026.
Repowering involves replacing older, 20-year-old wind turbines that have completed their economic life with newer, more efficient machines at existing sites. This process can increase electricity generation manifold, potentially helping India achieve its 100 GW capacity target even a year ahead of the 2030 deadline.
The expansion of wind power faces restrictions due to aircraft movement and the lack of timely clearances from the Defence Ministry in sensitive and border regions. Developers are currently required to obtain a No-Objection Certificate with precise location details through a dedicated portal.
