India's Renewable Energy Share in Total Power Mix Rises to 49% as of April 2025

India has significantly increased its renewable energy share in total installed power capacity from 32% in 2014 to 49% in April 2025. Union Power Minister Manohar Lal made this announcement at the Regional Conference for the Northern Region States/UTs held in Chandigarh. He addressed key priorities for the power sector, including smart meter installations, nuclear capacity additions, and state-centred coordination to support India’s energy transition.

Renewables, Metering and Utility Reforms

Addressing the conference, the minister said states should also work on having an adequate power generation mix, including the addition of nuclear generation capacity, while meeting their resource adequacy plan. 

He also pointed out that states should complete the installation of prepaid smart metres in government establishments and colonies by August 2025 and for all commercial, industrial and high-load consumers by November 2025. States should work towards listing power sector utilities to generate additional resources and improve transparency and governance, the minister noted.

Planning for Future Demand and Security

"We successfully met a peak demand of 250 GW in May 2024, and India has transformed from power-deficient to a power-sufficient nation, and as of today, peak demand shortage is zero," he said. 

He outlined the importance of continuous cooperation and coordination between central and state governments in achieving the goal of Viksit Bharat by 2047. India’s peak electricity demand is projected to reach 446 GW by 2034-35, and meeting this sustainably requires proactive planning and continued coordination between the centre, states, and stakeholders, the minister said. 

He also advised states to implement Renewable Purchase Obligation (RPO) Guidelines and urged them to form dedicated teams for this critical planning. The minister highlighted the importance of cybersecurity measures and islanding schemes as effective measures to prevent power outages due to cyber concerns and enable the resilience of the grid.

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Conclusion

The conference brought together ministers and officials from several northern states, highlighting the need for a united approach to power sector reforms. With sustained efforts and strategic planning, India aims to meet its rising electricity demand and energy goals as part of the broader vision for Viksit Bharat by 2047.

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