The government is formulating strategies to repower around 25 GW of wind energy projects that are nearing the end of their operational life, Union Minister Pralhad Joshi said at the Windergy India 2026 conference in Chennai. The projects were established decades ago using the technology available at the time.

Joshi, who is also the Minister for New and Renewable Energy (MNRE), said modern upgrades could improve the efficiency of the ageing assets. He noted that several components were becoming old and urged industry participants to provide suggestions that could support the preparation of a repowering strategy.

The minister did not disclose the locations of the projects. Tamil Nadu, Gujarat and Andhra Pradesh are among the leading states in installed wind capacity, while India currently has around 59 GW of operational wind capacity.

India added 6.05 GW of wind capacity in FY26, and capacity additions during the current financial year are expected to be higher. The country added 3 GW between April and September, and remains on track to achieve its 100 GW wind capacity target by 2030.

Joshi said wind energy would play an important role in meeting peak electricity demand, which is projected to reach 459 GW by 2030. Aditya Pyasi, chief executive officer of the Indian Wind Turbine Manufacturers Association (IWTMA), highlighted the need to localise critical components as the sector moves towards higher-rated turbines.

Pyasi said manufacturers, component suppliers, technology providers and the government would need to coordinate efforts to strengthen supply chains, develop domestic capabilities and expand production. Organised by IWTMA, Windergy India 2026 brought together around 400 exhibitors from more than 20 countries, 500 delegates and country pavilions from Denmark, Germany and Spain.