India, Aug. 13 -- The Government of India has issued a release:
India's Energy Landscape
India's energy landscape is evolving to meet rising demand while strengthening energy security and supporting a cleaner future. The transformation spans renewable energy, nuclear power, petroleum, natural gas, coal and emerging technologies.
Policy support, infrastructure development, domestic production, manufacturing expansion and wider energy access are shaping this transformation. India is simultaneously expanding non-fossil energy capacity, strengthening domestic energy resources and developing new technologies for the future.
Numbers At a Glance:
Powering Energy Security with Coal
Coal continues to play a major role in India's energy security and electricity supply. It meets nearly 55 per cent of the country's primary energy needs and supports over 70 per cent of its electricity generation. India has about 4,00,715 million tonnes (MT) of coal reserves and is the world's second-largest coal producer and consumer.
Promotion of Surface Coal/Lignite Gasification Projects (2026)
The Government approved a Rs.37,500 crore scheme in May 2026 to promote surface coal/lignite gasification.
Solar Power: Scaling Up, Reaching More People
India's installed solar capacity has reached 164.59 GW (as of 31 July 2026), rising from 2.8 GW in 2014. Solar is now the largest component of India's renewable energy capacity. India became the world's second-largest solar growth market in 2025, adding more than 37 GW of solar capacity, compared with 34 GW added by the United States.
PM-Surya Ghar: Muft Bijli Yojana
Launched with a total outlay of Rs.75,021 crore for 1 crore households in February 2024.
Pradhan Mantri Surya Sarovar Yojana
The government approved the Pradhan Mantri Surya Sarovar Yojana (PM-SSY) on 31 July 2026 with an outlay of Rs.5,070 crore. It adds a new dimension to India's solar expansion with the development of Floating Solar Photovoltaic Projects with Energy Storage Systems.
Wind Energy
Wind energy continues to be an important pillar of India's renewable energy expansion. India ranks fourth globally in installed wind power capacity. The sector is also seeing stronger annual additions and growing domestic manufacturing
Bio-Energy
Bio-power capacity stands at 11.75 GW as of 31 July 2026. The CBG ecosystem has also expanded, with 1,929 CBG/Bio-CNG plants registered as of 13 August 2026. Of these, 217 have been commissioned and 357 are under construction.
GOBARdhan: Turning Waste into Energy Growth
Hydro
Hydropower remains an important source of renewable electricity, providing reliable and flexible power generation. It also supports grid stability as solar and wind capacity expand. Cumulative capacity of hydro power is 57.24 GW ( as of 31 July 2026), including large and small hydro.
Small Hydro Power Development Scheme
Green Hydrogen
Green hydrogen has emerged as a clean fuel option for hard-to-abate sectors. It can also support energy security and industrial growth.
National Green Hydrogen Mission:
The government launched the National Green Hydrogen Mission (NGHM) in 2023 as an umbrella programme to establish a Green Hydrogen ecosystem and catalyse a systemic response to the opportunities and challenges in this sector.
Nuclear Energy
India's nuclear energy sector has witnessed significant expansion and modernisation over the past decade. With a focus on clean energy, indigenous technology, and performance excellence, the country has scaled up both its operational capacity and future potential.
SHANTI Act, 2025
The Sustainable Harnessing and Advancement of Nuclear Energy for Transforming India (SHANTI) Act, 2025 enables private-sector participation for setting up a nuclear facility, or to carry out activities for the production, use and disposal of nuclear energy under a license.
Geo Thermal
Geothermal energy offers a reliable renewable source that can complement variable sources such as solar and wind. Geothermal energy uses heat stored within the Earth to generate electricity or provide direct heat.
National Policy on Geothermal Energy (notified on 15 September 2025)
India's Evolving Fuel Landscape
Clean cooking has moved from being an access challenge to a widely available household energy option. The expansion of LPG connections and rising consumption reflect its growing reach across Indian households.
'Samudra Manthan' - National Offshore Exploration Scheme
Approved on 31 July 2026 with an outlay of Rs.84,084 crore to boost offshore oil and gas exploration and strengthen energy security, covering seismic surveys, deepwater exploratory drilling, and offshore production/evacuation infrastructure.
Looking Ahead: Building India's Energy Future
India is building an energy system that combines security, sustainability and innovation. Expanding non-fossil capacity is being supported by stronger domestic resources, infrastructure, manufacturing and emerging technologies.
As energy demand grows, India's diversified energy mix will support reliable power, greater energy security and a cleaner future. Continued policy support and technological progress will help build an energy system that is resilient, self-reliant and future-ready.
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