CEA Projects National Power Requirement to Touch 1,121 GW by FY 2036

Solar will have the highest installed capacity, but coal power will continue to be the backbone

April 9, 2026

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The Central Electricity Authority (CEA) has projected that India’s installed power capacity requirement will reach 1,121 GW by the financial year (FY) 2036, with the share of fossil fuel-based generation declining from the current 75% to 50%.

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CEA Projects National Power Requirement to Touch 1,121 GW by FY 2036

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