India has reached a major milestone in its clean energy transition by achieving 50 percent of its installed electricity capacity from non-fossil fuel sources, surpassing its Nationally Determined Contributions (NDCs) to the Paris Agreement five years ahead of the 2030 target.

This achievement highlights the country's accelerating commitment to climate action under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi. Union Minister of New and Renewable Energy Pralhad Joshi said, “In a world seeking climate solutions, India is showing the way. Achieving 50% non-fossil fuel capacity five years ahead of the 2030 target is a proud moment for every Indian. Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi’s leadership continues to drive Bharat’s green transformation—paving the path towards a self-reliant and sustainable future.”

Key government initiatives like PM-KUSUM, PM Surya Ghar: Muft Bijli Yojana, solar park development, and the National Wind-Solar Hybrid Policy have driven this progress. Solar, wind, and bioenergy have expanded rapidly, creating emloyment, increasing rural incomes, and reducing air pollution. The bioenergy sector now supports rural livelihoods and contributes significantly to clean energy generation, marking India's clean energy transition as both an environmental and socio-economic success.