NEW DELHI: India is set to significantly expand its power generation capacity, with plans to add 3,37,900 megawatts (MW) by 2032. Union Minister of State for Power, Shripad Naik, revealed this development in a statement to Parliament on Monday.

In the past decade, the country has already added 2,14,237 MW to its power grid. The total electricity generation capacity has grown by 79.5% from 2,48,554 MW in March 2014 to 4,46,190 MW as of June 2024, according to Naik. Looking ahead, the anticipated capacity addition will include 80,000 MW from thermal sources, 25,010 MW from hydropower, 14,300 MW from nuclear energy, and 50,760 MW from pump storage plants (PSP).

India also plans to add 510 MW from small hydro projects, 1,43,980 MW from solar power, and 23,340 MW from wind energy by 2032.

In the past decade, the country has already added 2,14,237 MW to its power grid. The total electricity generation capacity has grown by 79.5% from 2,48,554 MW in March 2014 to 4,46,190 MW as of June 2024, according to Naik. Looking ahead, the anticipated capacity addition will include 80,000 MW from thermal sources, 25,010 MW from hydropower, 14,300 MW from nuclear energy, and 50,760 MW from pump storage plants (PSP). Additionally, India plans to add 510 MW from small hydro projects, 1,43,980 MW from solar power, and 23,340 MW from wind energy by 2032.

This ambitious expansion reflects India's commitment to meeting growing energy demands and transitioning towards a more sustainable energy mix. The diverse sources of the planned additions underscore a balanced approach to power generation, integrating both traditional and renewable energy sources to ensure a reliable and eco-friendly energy future.

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