CHENNAI: The Centre would invite global tenders by February 2026 to establish offshore wind power projects along the Tamil Nadu and Gujarat coastlines, with each State expected to secure up to 500 MW to 1 GW capacity, Union Minister for New and Renewable Energy Pralhad Joshi said on Thursday.

"The National Institute of Wind Energy (NIWE) had completed wind assessment studies for the Dhanushkodi offshore project, and a comprehensive survey, slated for completion by January 2026, would pave the way for the tendering process," Joshi said while addressing reporters after inaugurating the 7th International Windergy India Trade Fair and Conference here.

"If the survey results are encouraging, we will invite tenders for the Tamil Nadu coast by February 2026, and finalisation may happen by mid-

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