India Targets 900 GW Clean Energy Capacity by 2035 Amid Grid and Storage Challenges.

Nearly $20 billion in grid upgrades planned as India accelerates renewable expansion while addressing coal dependence and transmission bottlenecks.   India aims to nearly triple its non-fossil energy capacity to 900 GW by 2035, covering solar, wind, hydropower and nuclear power. The ambitious target, announced in September, comes alongside nearly $20 billion in planned investments to strengthen transmission infrastructure and battery storage. Currently, India has over 300 GW of non-fossil capacity, ranking third globally. However, inadequate grid infrastructure has resulted in renewable energy curtailment, with enough solar generation lost over 16 months to power nearly 10 million homes. Coal remains a major challenge, accounting for around 71% of India's electricity generation in 2025. Experts emphasise that expanding transmission networks, developing large-scale energy storage and attracting investment will be essential to achieving the target. The Green Energy Corridor aims to support 135 GW of renewable integration by 2033. Domestic battery manufacturing and policy reforms will also play a crucial role in India's clean energy transition.