Overview

• India's electricity capacity has grown by 90% over the past decade, reaching 475 GW in 2025, with a target of 900 GW by 2032.
• Union Minister Manohar Lal reaffirmed India's commitment to sustainable energy and emphasized the importance of energy security and affordability for global development.
• India achieved a 20% ethanol blending milestone and continues promoting biofuels and emissions reduction through the Global Biofuels Alliance.
• Investments in smart grids, advanced metering, and the Green Energy Corridor are driving infrastructure modernization and energy efficiency.
• India invited BRICS nations to the 2026 energy summit in India, setting ambitious long-term goals, including 100 GW nuclear capacity by 2047 and green hydrogen development.