NEW DELHI: India added a record 52, 537 MW (520.51 GW) of generation capacity from all sources during FY26 (up to January 31), marking the highest ever capacity addition in a single year, surpassing the previous record of 34, 054 MW achieved in FY25, the government has said.
The capacity addition included 39, 657 MW from renewable energy with 34, 955 MW of solar and 4, 613 MW of wind capacity, lifting the total installed capacity to 520.51 GW, according to an official statement.
The government issued the backgrounder on India's power sector as the four‑day 'Bharat Electricity Summit 2026' opened on Thursday, bringing together policymakers, industry leaders, regulators, investors and civil society to discuss the energy transition and sectoral reforms.
"India's sustained growth in power generation capacity ensures that the country remains well-positioned to meet rising consumption needs while supporting economic momentum, " the statement said.