India is poised to present its significant advancements in the power and energy sector at the upcoming BRICS Energy Ministers' Meeting, scheduled for May 19 in Brazil. Union Minister of Power and Housing &amp; Urban Affairs, Manohar Lal, will represent the nation at this high-level gathering, which focuses on the theme "Empowering Global South Cooperation for Inclusive and Sustainable Global Governance."
Over the past decade, India has nearly doubled its power generation capacity, increasing from 269 GW in 2014 to 466 GW in 2025. This growth includes substantial strides in renewable energy, with solar capacity alone expanding 38-fold to surpass 100 GW. The country aims to achieve 500 GW of renewable energy capacity by 2030, positioning itself as a global leader in sustainable energy development. 
In addition to renewable energy, India is emphasizing the role of nuclear power in its energy mix. The government has set an ambitious target to scale up nuclear power capacity to 100 GW by 2047, aligning with the 'Viksit Bharat' vision. Currently, India operates 25 nuclear reactors with a total installed capacity of 8,880 MW, and plans are underway to develop small modular reactors (SMRs) to further enhance capacity.
At the BRICS meeting, India will showcase these achievements and reaffirm its commitment to making energy more accessible, affordable, and sustainable. The country will also advocate for fair climate finance and a diverse energy mix to support the global transition towards clean energy. 
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Highlighting significant growth in power generation and clean energy initiatives, India aims to lead discussions on sustainable energy solutions

India's Energy Transformation Takes Center Stage at BRICS

Highlighting significant growth in power generation and clean energy initiatives, India aims to lead discussions on sustainable energy solutions

May 17, 2025 | 21:21 IST

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