Global Wind Day 2026 

       India is observing Global Wind Day 2026 on 15 June under the theme "Wind Energy: From Ambition to Acceleration." The event highlights India's progress in wind energy development and its roadmap to achieve 100 GW wind power capacity by 2030.

India's Massive Wind Energy Potential

India possesses one of the world's largest wind resources.

• Estimated wind potential:

• 695.5 GW at 120 metres hub height.

• 1,163.9 GW at 150 metres hub height.

• More than 75% of this potential is concentrated in eight states:

• Rajasthan – 284.2 GW

• Gujarat – 180.8 GW

• Maharashtra – 173.9 GW

• Karnataka – 169.3 GW

• Andhra Pradesh – 123.3 GW

• Tamil Nadu – 95.1 GW

• Madhya Pradesh – 55.4 GW

• Telangana – 54.7 GW.

Significance

This resource base provides India with the capability to achieve its target of 100 GW wind capacity by 2030 and 156 GW by 2036.

India Ranks Fourth Globally in Wind Power

India has emerged as the 4th largest country in installed wind power capacity globally.

Capacity Growth

• Capacity has increased by 2.66 times over the last decade.

• An additional 28 GW of projects are currently under implementation.

Record Capacity Addition

• India added 6.05 GW of new wind capacity during 2025-26.

• This is the highest annual addition ever recorded, surpassing the previous record of 4.15 GW in 2024-25.

• Unlike solar energy, wind generation often peaks during evening and night hours.

• Nearly 45% of India's wind power generation occurs during peak electricity demand periods.

Importance

• Complements solar energy generation.

• Reduces pressure on conventional thermal plants.

• Enhances energy security and grid stability.

Growth of Domestic Manufacturing Ecosystem

India has significantly strengthened its wind turbine manufacturing sector.

Major Achievements

• Manufacturing capacity increased from 10 GW in 2014 to 24 GW in 2026.

• Achieved 70–80% indigenisation in major components.

• Strong domestic supply chains now exist for:

• Blades

• Towers

• Gearboxes

• Other critical wind turbine equipment.

Significance

The sector supports the goals of:

• Atmanirbhar Bharat

• Export competitiveness

• Green industrial development.

Government Measures to Accelerate Wind Energy

1. Offshore Wind Push

• Government approved ₹6,853 crore Viability Gap Funding (VGF).

• Supports 1,000 MW offshore wind projects:

• 500 MW off Gujarat coast.

• 500 MW off Tamil Nadu coast.

2. Generation-Based Incentive (GBI)

• ₹500 crore disbursed during 2025-26 to support wind generation.

3. Contracts for Difference (CfD)

• A 500 MW pilot project launched.

• Provides revenue certainty and reduces market price risks for renewable energy developers.

4. Policy Reforms

• Dedicated Wind Renewable Purchase Obligation (RPO).

• Green Energy Open Access Rules.

• Approved List of Models and Manufacturers (ALMM).

• Transparent bidding guidelines and Late Payment Surcharge Rules.

Emerging Priorities for the Wind Sector

India's next phase of wind energy expansion focuses on:

1. Geographical Diversification: Expansion into emerging states: Madhya Pradesh, Telangana, Odisha.

2. Offshore Wind Development

• Commercial offshore wind projects in Gujarat and Tamil Nadu.

• Development of leasing zones and supporting infrastructure.

3. Technological Modernisation

• AI-based wind forecasting systems.

• Advanced renewable energy management tools.

• Grid modernisation initiatives.

4. Round-the-Clock Renewable Energy: Integration of Wind power, Solar power, Energy storage systems to provide continuous clean electricity supply.

International Cooperation in Wind Energy

India–United Kingdom

• Offshore Wind Taskforce launched in February 2026.

• Cooperation in:

• Supply chains

• Port infrastructure

• Financing models

• Market design.

India–Belgium

• Collaboration on:

• Offshore wind

• Research and development

• Green taxonomy frameworks.

India–Denmark

• Offshore wind cooperation agreement renewed in May 2025.

• Focus on:

• Power system modelling

• Renewable energy integration

• Expert training programmes.

         India's wind energy sector is entering a transformative phase, driven by abundant resource potential, strong policy support, growing domestic manufacturing capabilities, and increasing international collaboration. With a target of achieving 100 GW of wind capacity by 2030, the country is expanding beyond traditional wind-rich states, investing in offshore wind projects, and integrating advanced technologies such as AI-based forecasting and energy storage. As wind power increasingly complements solar energy and strengthens grid reliability, it is poised to become a cornerstone of India's clean energy transition, energy security, and sustainable economic growth