PANAJI, GOA — In a major statement reflecting India’s growing dominance in the renewable energy sector, Union Minister for New and Renewable Energy, Pralhad Joshi, interacted with the media on the sidelines of the Global Wind Day 2026 National Conference in Goa. The Minister highlighted the country’s rapid transformation into a global green energy powerhouse under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, charting a definitive roadmap toward a self-reliant and sustainably developed nation.
The event brought together key policymakers, central and state administration representatives, industry heads, and green energy experts to transition India’s clean energy policies “From Ambition to Acceleration”.
Unprecedented Milestones in the Wind Energy Sector
During the interaction, Minister Joshi revealed significant statistics emphasizing the growth of domestic infrastructure under the Aatmanirbhar Bharat initiative.
Key growth metrics detailed during the event include:
- Manufacturing Surge: India’s annual wind turbine manufacturing capability has scaled dramatically from 10 GW in 2014 to 24 GW today.
- Record Capacity Addition: The fiscal year 2025–26 marked an unprecedented milestone, with India registering its highest-ever annual wind capacity addition of over 6 GW—a massive 46% year-on-year growth.
- Thriving Exports: Reflecting strong competitive positioning globally, India’s export of wind turbines and localized components crossed ₹12,000 crore during the same fiscal year.
With total installed wind energy capacity scaling past 56.1 GW, India stands firmly as the world’s fourth-largest wind power market.
Why Integrated Clean Energy Systems Matter
The minister stated that wind energy is no longer viewed as just an alternate power source but has matured into a critical security and reliability asset for the national grid.
To power the country’s journey toward the Viksit Bharat (Developed India) vision, the future relies heavily on fully integrated systems. By blending wind energy with solar power and deploying modern battery storage technologies, the government aims to deliver affordable, uninterrupted 24×7 clean power to both urban hubs and rural sectors.
Financially, transitioning to a wind-rich power structure is heavily beneficial. Studies discussed at the conference indicate that an optimized wind ecosystem can potentially save the national economy nearly ₹2.3 lakh crore, demonstrating that clean energy is both environmentally sound and financially viable.
Strengthening the Supply Chain: Launch of WT-MARUT
To address execution speed and bring complete clarity to component sourcing, Minister Joshi also introduced the Wind Turbine Supply Chain Management (WT-MARUT) Portal.
Developed through a collaboration between the Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE) and the Indian Wind Turbine Manufacturers Association (IWTMA), the WT-MARUT portal represents India’s first dedicated digital environment for the wind industry. The platform will enhance data security, ensure easier accessibility to domestic suppliers, and drive down manufacturing friction to help fulfill the government’s target of reaching 100 GW of wind capacity by 2030 and a total of 500 GW of non-fossil capacity by 2070.
Long-Term Impact
The national celebrations in Goa mirror the central government’s shift from policy formulation to high-velocity execution. By prioritizing local manufacturing excellence, integrating varied renewable sources, and digitizing supply workflows, India is laying down the framework to secure its energetic independence while positioning itself as a primary exporter of green tech to international markets.
Key Takeaways
- Record Growth: India achieved a historic 6.1 GW wind capacity addition in FY 2025–26, marking a 46% increase over the previous period.
- Economic Advantage: A wind-rich integrated grid framework has the potential to save the nation close to ₹2.3 lakh crore.
- Digital Transformation: The newly launched WT-MARUT portal will digitize, secure, and streamline the domestic wind component supply chain.
- Global Standing: Backed by ₹12,000 crore in exports, India is cementing its rank as the fourth-largest wind power market globally.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q1: What is Global Wind Day?
Global Wind Day is an annual international event observed to discover wind energy, its power, and the technological possibilities it holds to reshape our energy systems, lower carbon footprints, and boost jobs.
Q2: What is the WT-MARUT portal launched by Minister Pralhad Joshi?
The WT-MARUT portal is India’s first digital supply chain tracking platform designed specifically for the wind industry to optimize component sourcing, improve transactional transparency, and support local manufacturers.
Q3: What are India’s long-term targets for wind and clean energy?
India is targeting 100 GW of total wind power capacity by 2030, with a broader vision of reaching 500 GW of non-fossil fuel energy capacity by 2070 to hit net-zero emissions.
