India crosses 300 GW non-fossil capacity, on track for 500 GW by 2030: Pralhad Joshi
India has surpassed 300 GW of installed non-fossil fuel power capacity and remains on track to reach its 500 GW target by 2030. Government officials highlighted the rapid expansion of solar energy and the success of the PM Surya Ghar rooftop solar program.
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India's progress in renewable energy is a critical indicator of global climate goals and the country's shift toward a green-energy economy.
India has crossed 300 GW of installed non-fossil fuel power capacity and is well on track to achieve its target of 500 GW by 2030, Union Minister for New and Renewable Energy Pralhad Joshi said on Thursday (August 27, 2026), highlighting the pace of the country’s clean-energy expansion and growing investor interest in the sector.
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