As on 31.10.2025, India’s total installed generation capacity has reached 5,05,023 MW, comprising of 2,45,600 MW of fossil-fuel sources and 2,59,423 MW of non-fossil fuel sources (including 2,50,643 MW from renewable energy sources). The Government of India (GoI) has taken several steps and initiatives to promote and accelerate renewable energy capacity in the country to realise the commitment of 500 GW non-fossil energy capacity by 2030.
The significant milestone of achieving a landmark in its energy transition journey by reaching 50% of its installed electricity capacity from non-fossil fuel sources in June 2025 – reflects its steadfast commitment to climate action and sustainable development.
The impact of this achievement on India’s long term energy transition roadmap is crucial towards the goal of combating climate change, keeping in view energy security, affordability and accessibility as critical inalienable priorities to ensure growth and development alongside energy transition of the economy towards net-zero by 2070.
Considering the importance of energy storage systems, GoI earlier approved a Viability Gap Funding (VGF) scheme for development of Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESSs). Now, BESS capacity of 13.22 GWh is under implementation with a budgetary allocation of Rs. 3,760 Cr. Considering the increasing demand of BESS, MoP, in June 2025, has approved another VGF scheme for development of 30 GWh BESS capacity.
