New Delhi, Aug. 4 -- India's total installed power generation capacity is projected to reach 874 GW by 2031-32, as the government scales up capacity across thermal, hydro, nuclear and renewable sources, Minister of State for Power Shripad Naik informed the Rajya Sabha.

The government is also focusing on modernising the power grid and strengthening distribution networks to ensure reliable electricity supply.

Non-fossil sources cross 54 per cent of capacity

He noted that as of June 30, 2026, India's installed power capacity stood at 5,48,858 MW. Non-fossil fuel sources accounted for 54.18 per cent of the total capacity, while renewable energy sources, including hydro, contributed 52.58 per cent, ANI reported.

Fossil fuel-based capacity ...