Archive · 24 Sep 2025
India's Power Grid Struggles, Stranding 50GW of Renewable Energy
India's electricity grid is having trouble keeping up with the growth of clean energy.
A new report says that the grid can't transmit the power fast enough, leaving a lot of solar and wind energy unused.
This is because the grid hasn't expanded as quickly as planned.
This problem means over 50GW of renewable energy is going to waste.
To fix this, the report suggests improvements like faster construction and better use of existing lines.
India's power transmission network is struggling to match renewable energy deployment.
A report shows a 42% shortfall in new transmission lines commissioned in FY25.
Up to 71% of transmission corridors operate below 30% utilization.
Over 50GW of renewable energy capacity is stranded.
Regulatory reforms and operational efficiency measures are needed.
- Who
- India
- What
- Power transmission network struggling to accommodate renewable energy
- When
- FY25 (for line commissioning shortfall)
- Where
- India
- Why
- Mismatched infrastructure leading to stranded energy capacity
- Report Author
- IEEFA-JMK
- Stranded Renewable Capacity
- 50GW
- FY25 Transmission Line Shortfall
- 42%
- Low ISTS Corridor Utilization
- Up to 71% below 30%
Sources
Mint Explainer | The huge backlog slowing India’s green energy ambitions
MOS Commerce Jitin Prasada Highlights India’s Push for Renewable Energy, 500 MW Solar Project on Horizon
Power Ministry amends electricity rules to expand energy storage market
India’s Top Utility Considers Bulk Purchase of Nuclear Reactors
India to release updated climate action plan ahead of COP30 meet in Brazil
