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Record 52,537 MW Power Capacity Added in FY26

18 February 20261 min read
ECONOMYRecord 52,537 MWPower CapacityAdded in FY2618 February 2026safalsetu.com

Why in the news

The Ministry of Power announced that India set a new high for fresh power capacity during the opening ten months of the 2025-26 financial year.

Key facts

  • Capacity added: a record 52,537 MW in the first 10 months of FY26.
  • Total installed capacity: about 521 GW.
  • Renewable energy supplied more than 75% of the new capacity.
  • India reached 50% installed capacity from non-fossil sources.
  • This milestone came ahead of the targets set in its NDC.

Why it matters

  • The renewable-heavy addition shows the shift away from fossil fuels in the power mix.
  • Meeting the non-fossil share early supports India’s climate commitments.

Exam angle

  • Reported by: Ministry of Power.
  • Additions: 52,537 MW; total about 521 GW.
  • Non-fossil share of installed capacity: 50%.
  • Related term: NDC (Nationally Determined Contribution).

Test yourself

1. How much power capacity did India add in the first 10 months of FY26, as per the Ministry of Power?

The record addition was 52,537 MW.

2. India's total installed power capacity stood at about how much after the FY26 additions?

Total installed capacity was about 521 GW.

3. What share of India's installed capacity now comes from non-fossil sources, ahead of NDC targets?

India achieved 50% installed capacity from non-fossil sources.

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