India has added 52,537 megawatts (MW) of electricity generation from all sources combined in the ongoing financial year until January 31, the Union Ministry of Power said on Sunday (February 15, 2026). Of the total generation capacity added in the ongoing financial year, 39,657 MW consist of that from renewable energy sources. This is inclusive of 34,955 MW centred on solar power and 4,613 MW on wind power. With the addition, as on end of January, according to the ministry, India commands a total power generation capacity of 5,20, 510.95 MW. Generation capacity centred on renewable sources represent about 50.5% of the overall capacity at 263,189.33 MW, whilst nuclear commands approximately 1.6% at 8,780 MW.

Source: The Hindu February 15, 2026 18:41 UTC