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Karnataka wins award for 9 GW of wind power under construction
Karnataka has 9 gigawatts of wind power projects under construction.
It received an award recognising this capacity at a wind energy event in Chennai.
Wind power uses moving air to generate electricity.
The projects are part of the state’s effort to expand renewable energy.
Karnataka received an award for having 9 GW of wind power capacity under construction.
The award was presented at the eighth edition of Windergy 2026 at the Chennai Trade Centre.
The Indian Wind Turbine Manufacturers’ Association organised the event.
Energy Minister K.J. George said the recognition reflected the State’s focus on renewable energy and its support for clean-energy investment.
Additional Chief Secretary Gaurav Gupta said the Energy Department would work with Karnataka Renewable Energy Development Limited and other stakeholders to help projects proceed on time.
- Who
- Karnataka; the award was announced at an event organised by the Indian Wind Turbine Manufacturers’ Association.
- What
- Karnataka won the award for the highest under-construction wind power capacity, reported as 9 GW.
- When
- Friday, October 9, 2026.
- Where
- Windergy 2026 at the Chennai Trade Centre.
- Why
- The award recognised Karnataka’s under-construction wind power capacity and leadership in the wind energy sector.
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The achievement reflects Karnataka’s sustained focus on renewable energy development and the State’s commitment to creating an enabling environment for large-scale investments in clean energy.
The Energy Department will continue to work closely with Karnataka Renewable Energy Development Limited and other stakeholders to facilitate timely execution of renewable energy projects and further strengthen Karnataka’s leadership in the clean energy transition.
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- Under-construction wind capacity
- 9 GW
- Award event
- Eighth edition of Windergy 2026
- Event venue
- Chennai Trade Centre
- Organiser
- Indian Wind Turbine Manufacturers’ Association (IWTMA)
- Award date
- Friday, October 9, 2026
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