New Delhi, June 14: India will host the Global Wind Day 2026 conference in Goa on Monday. This event aims to lay a strong foundation for the country’s goal of achieving 100 gigawatts (GW) of wind energy capacity by 2030 and 156 GW by 2036, as stated in an official announcement on Sunday.
India currently ranks fourth in the world for established wind energy capacity. The capacity has surged from 21.04 GW in March 2014 to 56.09 GW in March 2026, marking an increase of 2.66 times. Additionally, 28 GW of capacity is currently being implemented.
The government highlighted that this conference will focus on key priorities shaping the next phase of India’s wind energy journey. These include resource adequacy, grid readiness, capacity enhancement, competitiveness in domestic manufacturing, export opportunities, and advancements in forecasting and renewable energy firming.
The announcement further mentioned that an industry report titled “Promoting India’s Wind Turbine Exports for the Global Market” will also be released during the event.
Representatives from the Central Electricity Authority (CEA), Solar Energy Corporation of India (SECI), Indian Renewable Energy Development Agency (IREDA), National Institute of Wind Energy (NIWE), Grid India, major state governments, and senior representatives from industry bodies and associations will gather at the conference.
India added a record 6.05 GW of wind energy capacity on an annual basis in 2025-26, surpassing the previous record of 4.15 GW set in 2024-25.
Approximately 45% of wind energy production occurs during peak demand times, which, combined with solar power, enhances the reliability of the grid.
With increasing wind energy capacity and robust wind resource potential in key states, the country’s wind energy sector continues to grow. This growth significantly supports domestic manufacturing and the achievement of renewable energy targets.
The country’s wind turbine manufacturing capacity has increased from 10 GW in 2014 to nearly 24 GW by March 2026.
The sector has achieved 70-80% indigenization in key components. A strong domestic supply chain exists for blades, towers, gearboxes, and other essential equipment.
Wind energy is becoming an increasingly stable and integrated part of India’s power system. With technological advancements and diverse applications, its role is expected to expand further.
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