New Delhi: India has achieved a significant clean energy milestone, reaching 50% of its installed electricity capacity from non-fossil fuel sources, five years ahead of its 2030 target set under the Paris Agreement’s Nationally Determined Contributions (NDCs). As of October 31, 2025, the total installed non-fossil capacity stands at approximately 259 GW, with 31.2 GW added in the current financial year up to that date.

The Ministry of New & Renewable Energy (MNRE) has, however, issued a clarification following reports that an advisory was issued to lenders to pause fresh financing for Renewable Energy (RE) projects amidst overcapacity concerns.

The Ministry categorically denied issuing any advisory to financial institutions to stop lending to either renewable energy power projects or RE

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