India’s Renewable Energy Capacity Crosses 237 GW in July 2025, MNRE Issues Fresh Orders

India’s Renewable Energy Surpasses 237 GW

New Delhi, September 10, 2025 — India’s renewable energy sector continues strong growth, with cumulative installed capacity reaching 237.49 GW as of July 2025, led by solar (119 GW) and wind (52 GW). Including large hydro and nuclear, the country’s non-fossil fuel capacity now exceeds 246 GW, reinforcing India’s commitment to its 500 GW non-fossil target by 2030.

Daily Power Generation: CEA & NPP Data

The Central Electricity Authority (CEA) released its latest Daily Renewable Generation Report on September 9, 2025, showing sustained contribution from renewables to India’s grid.
The National Power Portal (NPP) also updated its dashboard for September 2025, displaying detailed daily and monthly trends of renewable energy generation across the country.

MNRE’s New Orders and Policy Updates

In early September 2025, the Ministry of New & Renewable Energy (MNRE) issued:
RLMM clarification for wind projects (Sept 4, 2025)
Updated ALMM solar module testing guidelines
New order dated Sept 8, 2025, posted under MNRE Current Notices
These updates aim to streamline compliance and accelerate renewable project commissioning.

Innovation: Start-Up Challenge Results

The Innovative Projects Start-Up Challenge for rooftop solar (RTS) and distributed renewable energy (DRE) will announce results today, September 10, 2025. This initiative encourages entrepreneurs to bring forward disruptive, scalable clean-energy solutions.

PIB Highlights

The Press Information Bureau (PIB) recently spotlighted:
ALMM (solar cells) amendment (July 28, 2025)
RLMM (wind) amendment (July 31, 2025)
These policy shifts strengthen domestic manufacturing and ensure higher quality standards for renewable projects.

Expert Insight

“India’s renewable momentum is unstoppable. The sector’s performance reflects policy support, investor confidence, and industry readiness to meet ambitious climate goals,” an MNRE spokesperson stated in a recent notice.

Conclusion

With a mix of capacity milestones, regulatory clarity, and innovation drives, India continues to cement its status as one of the world’s fastest-growing renewable energy markets. The trajectory points firmly toward a green, self-reliant energy future.