Karnataka adds 1,331 MW wind power, emerges as national leader

Bengaluru: Karnataka has emerged as the national leader in wind energy by adding 1,331.48 MW of wind power capacity in the financial year 2024–25, the highest among all Indian states.

The achievement was recognised at the 'Global Wind Day 2025' celebrations held in Bengaluru on Sunday, under the theme 'Pawan-Urja: Powering the Future of India'.

Energy Minister KJ George received the award from Union Minister for New and Renewable Energy, Pralhad Joshi. Tamil Nadu and Gujarat followed Karnataka with additions of 1,136.37 MW and 954.76 MW, respectively.

"This milestone reflects Karnataka’s commitment to clean energy,” said George. "Our policies and execution capabilities have made us leaders in India’s renewable energy journey. Our installed wind power capacity now stands at 7,351 MW — rivalling that of several developed countries.”

He highlighted the state’s Renewable Energy Policy 2022–2027, with a focus on innovation, repowering old turbines, digitalisation, and inclusive growth. Karnataka has also pledged support for India’s national goal of achieving 500 GW of renewable energy capacity by 2030, of which 100 GW is targeted from wind.

To this end, Karnataka is set to implement 17 GW of new wind power projects, with over 5 GW under the Renewable Energy Cluster Programme. The state is also strengthening its infrastructure with more than 20 new substations, 400 KV transmission corridors, and a dedicated Renewable Energy Reserve Zone.

Joshi lauded Karnataka’s role and underscored India’s global standing as the fourth-largest wind power generator, with an installed capacity of 51.5 GW. "Wind energy is central to India’s strategy for a green future,” he said.

He stressed on three key priorities: integrating wind with solar and storage to ensure round-the-clock power, reducing tariffs to below Rs 3.90 per unit, and boosting domestic manufacturing and exports.

Joshi also unveiled the 'Wind Energy Roadmap' and 'Manufacturing Roadmap', aimed at unlocking India’s full wind energy potential.

Gaurav Gupta, Additional Chief Secretary, Energy Department, noted Karnataka’s wind capacity now matches that of countries like Sweden and Australia.