NE ENERGY BUREAU
CHENNAI, OCT 9
Can India turn its rapidly expanding wind energy capacity into a global manufacturing and export powerhouse—and harness the power of the wind to drive its next phase of economic growth? The answer will depend not only on how many turbines the country installs, but also on how effectively it builds domestic manufacturing capabilities, strengthens transmission infrastructure and competes in international markets.
These questions took centre stage as Union Minister for New and Renewable Energy, Consumer Affairs, Food and Public Distribution Pralhad Joshi inaugurated Windergy India 2026 in Chennai on October 8, bringing together international technology providers, turbine manufacturers, component makers and engineering, procurement and construction (EPC) companies at a pivotal moment for India’s clean energy transition.
- Union Minister Pralhad Joshi inaugurates Windergy India 2026 in Chennai as the country prepares for a fresh phase of renewable energy expansion
- Annual wind installations projected to rise to 8 GW in FY27 and progressively reach 13.2 GW by FY31
- With 59.2 GW already installed and another 43 GW under implementation, India builds towards the 100 GW wind power milestone by 2030
- Rs 1.86 lakh crore Green Energy Corridor Phase III to strengthen transmission infrastructure and facilitate renewable energy integration
- More than 400 global exhibitors from over 20 countries showcase technologies, components and end-to-end wind energy solutions
- Industry leaders call for deeper indigenisation, stronger supply chains and a tenfold increase in India’s share of global wind turbine exports
The outlook is ambitious. India’s annual wind installations are projected to reach 8 GW in FY2026-27 and progressively increase to 13.2 GW by FY2030-31, taking cumulative installed wind capacity to around 107 GW. With 59.2 GW already installed and another 43 GW under construction or implementation, the sector has a substantial project pipeline to support its next growth phase.
Record installations signal a new growth trajectory
India’s wind energy industry has already demonstrated its capacity to accelerate deployment. According to Joshi, the country achieved its highest-ever annual wind power installation of 6.05 GW in FY2025-26, setting a new benchmark for the sector.
“India’s wind sector has demonstrated strong momentum, with the highest-ever annual installation of 6.05 GW achieved in FY26,” Joshi said.
Expressing confidence that the industry would surpass this record, he added: “We are confident that annual wind installations will surpass this record in FY27, marking another important milestone in India’s wind energy journey.”
The minister said sustained expansion would strengthen the foundation for achieving the national ambition of 100 GW of installed wind capacity by 2030 and accelerate the development of the sector.
“With a strong project pipeline and a supportive policy framework, India is well placed to build on this momentum and achieve the scale required for the next phase of wind energy growth,” he said.
The installation outlook through FY2030-31 points to an industry increasingly focused on scaling up deployment. However, translating these projections into operational capacity will require coordinated progress in project execution, manufacturing, grid connectivity and supporting infrastructure.
Green Energy Corridor: The infrastructure imperative
As renewable energy capacity grows, the ability to transmit electricity efficiently becomes increasingly important. The Rs 1.86 lakh crore Green Energy Corridor Phase III is expected to strengthen transmission infrastructure and support the integration of expanding renewable energy capacity.
The initiative forms part of the broader infrastructure push underpinning India’s clean energy ambitions, including the stated national goal of reaching 900 GW of installed non-fossil fuel capacity by 2035.
For the wind sector, transmission capacity is central to converting new installations into usable electricity. Timely grid infrastructure development, alongside project implementation, will be critical to supporting the anticipated increase in annual installations.
The emerging challenge is therefore twofold: expand generation capacity at scale while ensuring that the supporting electricity network can accommodate the additional power.
From domestic manufacturing to global leadership
Beyond capacity addition, Windergy India 2026 places the spotlight on the industrial opportunities arising from the wind energy transition.
The exhibition brings together more than 400 global exhibitors from over 20 countries, showcasing wind turbine technologies, components and end-to-end supply chain solutions. Dedicated country pavilions from Germany, Denmark and Spain provide a platform for specialised technologies and international collaboration.
The event also highlights India’s growing domestic manufacturing ecosystem, with around 80% domestic value addition cited as an indicator of the industry’s increasing localisation.
For manufacturers, the next stage of growth offers an opportunity to deepen domestic capabilities, expand production and strengthen India’s position in international supply chains. For technology providers and component suppliers, the challenge is to keep pace with evolving turbine designs and rising demand.
“India’s wind sector is entering a new phase of sustained growth”
Girish Tanti, Chairman of the Indian Wind Turbine Manufacturers Association (IWTMA), said the industry was positioned to move beyond domestic capacity expansion towards a stronger global manufacturing role.
“India’s wind sector is entering a new phase of sustained growth. With 59.2 GW installed and 43 GW under implementation, India is on track to cross 100 GW of wind capacity by 2030, creating a strong foundation for global leadership in wind manufacturing and exports,” Tanti said.
He highlighted the expansion of India’s manufacturing base, noting that annual wind manufacturing capacity had risen to more than 24 GW from around 12 GW in FY2022-23.
“With exports reaching Rs.12,800 crore in FY2025-26, nearly 50% higher YoY, India can significantly expand its global footprint,” he said.
Tanti also outlined an ambitious export target for the industry.
“Our ambition should be to raise India’s share of global wind turbine exports from ~2% today to 10% by 2030, establishing India as a global hub for wind turbines, components, technology and engineering,” he said.
Achieving that objective would require Indian manufacturers to compete on technology, quality, cost and reliability while strengthening their ability to serve overseas markets.
Indigenisation and resilient supply chains hold the key
Aditya Pyasi, CEO of IWTMA, stressed that the next phase of expansion must be supported by a resilient and globally competitive domestic manufacturing ecosystem.
“India’s next phase of wind growth must be supported by a resilient and globally competitive domestic manufacturing ecosystem,” Pyasi said.
He pointed to the transition towards higher-rated turbines as an important reason to accelerate the localisation of critical components while building sufficient manufacturing capacity to meet rising demand.
“This will require coordinated efforts across OEMs, component manufacturers, technology providers and government, with a focus on strengthening supply chains, developing domestic capabilities and enabling scale,” he said.
Pyasi described Windergy India 2026 as an important platform for bringing the wider industry together to address these requirements.
The emphasis on indigenisation reflects a larger industrial priority: ensuring that the expansion of renewable energy generates opportunities across the domestic value chain rather than depending excessively on imported technologies and components.
A meeting ground for global technology and Indian ambition
With participation spanning more than 20 countries, Windergy India 2026 brings international manufacturers and technology specialists into closer engagement with India’s expanding wind energy market.
The presence of exhibitors from Germany, Denmark and Spain underlines the importance of international cooperation in advancing turbine technology, manufacturing expertise and engineering solutions.
At the same time, the scale of the Indian project pipeline offers manufacturers and suppliers a substantial domestic opportunity. The convergence of growing demand, expanding production capacity and export ambitions could help the country strengthen its position in the global wind industry.
The real test, however, will be whether projected capacity additions translate into commissioned projects, whether transmission infrastructure keeps pace with generation, and whether domestic manufacturers can capture a significantly larger share of international markets.
For India’s wind energy industry, the direction is clear: build more, manufacture more and export more. The next milestone will be turning that ambition into measurable progress towards a 100 GW wind power future and a stronger global manufacturing presence.