India requires over ₹30 lakh crore investment to achieve 500 GW non-fossil fuel capacity target by 2030
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India needs Rs 30 lakh crore to hit 500 GW clean-energy target: Pralhad Joshi
Union Minister Pralhad Joshi stated India requires over ₹30 lakh crore investment to achieve its 500 GW non-fossil fuel capacity target by 2030. The country has already crossed 300 GW of installed non-fossil fuel capacity, with substantial renewable energy growth recorded in the first four months of FY27. Maharashtra is being encouraged to showcase projects and attract global developers at the BRESE 2026 summit. This highlights India's ambitious clean energy transition and the critical role of domestic financial institutions and capital markets in funding green expansion.
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Country has surpassed 300 GW of installed non-fossil fuel capacity as of FY27
Substantial renewable energy capacity growth recorded in first four months of FY27 (April–July 2026)
Union Minister Pralhad Joshi made the announcement, emphasizing role of domestic financial institutions and capital markets
Maharashtra urged to showcase projects and attract global developers at BRESE 2026 summit
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