India crosses 300 GW non‑fossil capacity as Rajasthan hosts first BRE Summit roadshow

Jaipur, Aug 24 (IANS) India has crossed the 300 GW milestone in installed non‑fossil fuel capacity, reaching 300.50 GW as of July 31, 2026, even as Rajasthan hosted the first regional roadshow ahead of the Bharat Renewable Energy Summit & Expo (BRE Summit) 2026.

The Jaipur roadshow, organised by the Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE), brought together senior government officials, renewable energy companies, investors, industry associations and other stakeholders to build momentum for the flagship summit, scheduled from November 2 to 5 at Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi.

According to MNRE, the 300.50 GW capacity represents more than 54 per cent of the country’s total electricity generation capacity and accounts for over 60 per cent of the 2030 target of 500 GW. Rajasthan, one of India’s leading renewable energy states, showcased its strategy for expanding clean energy deployment and attracting investment.

Delivering the inaugural address, Rohit Gupta, Chairman and Managing Director of Rajasthan Renewable Energy Corporation Limited (RRECL), outlined the state’s roadmap for accelerating renewable energy development. He said Rajasthan is moving beyond standalone solar projects towards an integrated clean energy ecosystem encompassing wind‑solar hybrid projects, battery energy storage systems and emerging green fuels such as green hydrogen.

The roadshow brought together representatives of the Government of Rajasthan, RRECL, Indian Wind Turbine Manufacturers Association (IWTMA), Wind Independent Power Producers Association (WIPPA) and Sustainable Projects Developers Association (SPDA). In his welcome address, Dinesh Jagdale, Secretary, IWTMA, highlighted the role of the BRE Summit in creating a structured platform connecting central and state governments, investors, financiers, technology providers and industry associations.

Naveen Khandelwal, Treasurer, WIPPA and CEO of Yanara, said wind power can complement daytime solar generation and contribute to round‑the‑clock renewable power configurations. He noted that the Jaipur roadshow provides an important platform to connect India’s renewable energy ambitions with the commercial and investment conditions required to deliver them.

Rajesh Kulhari, Joint Secretary, MNRE, said India’s clean energy transition depends on close collaboration between the Centre and resource‑rich states such as Rajasthan. “India’s clean energy transition is a shared national mission that thrives on the leadership of resource‑rich states like Rajasthan,” Kulhari said, adding that the 300 GW milestone demonstrates the country’s progress towards its 2030 target. He said the BRE Summit 2026 will bring the renewable energy value chain together on a single platform, to translate policy priorities into bankable projects, international investments and technology partnerships.

The Jaipur programme included presentations and sessions outlining the objectives, themes and participation framework of BRE Summit 2026. Two films showcasing India’s renewable energy journey and the upcoming BRE Summit & Expo 2026 were screened. Dr P.K. Dash, Scientist, MNRE, made a detailed presentation on the summit’s strategic objectives, key themes and participation opportunities for domestic and international stakeholders.

A dedicated session also focused on business opportunities and commercial engagement models for original equipment manufacturers, project developers and investors. Participants were given a live demonstration of the official BRE Summit digital portal and mobile application. The programme concluded with remarks and a vote of thanks by Ravi Verma, Member of the Governing Council, SPDA.

The Jaipur event marks the launch of a nationwide roadshow campaign ahead of the November summit. Further roadshows are scheduled in Mumbai, Hyderabad, Ahmedabad, Lucknow, Bengaluru and Kolkata in the coming weeks.

The Ministry and organising partners have invited state governments, utilities, investors and industry stakeholders to participate in the upcoming regional engagements. The BRE Summit 2026, organised by MNRE, will be held at Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi, from November 2 to 5, 2026, under the theme “Invest. Innovate. Inspire.” The summit is expected to bring together participants from more than 75 countries, including over 20 state governments and 250 high‑level delegates.

--IANS 

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