India Launches WT-MARUT to Revolutionize Wind Energy Supply Chain

The Ministry of New and Renewable Energy has launched WT-MARUT, India’s first dedicated digital platform designed to streamline the wind energy supply chain. This strategic move aims to bolster the domestic manufacturing ecosystem and provide the transparency needed to fuel India’s ambitious clean energy expansion.

WT-MARUT: Driving Traceability and Accountability

Launched by Minister Pralhad Joshi on Global Wind Day, the WT-MARUT portal is set to transform how wind energy components move through the economy. The platform will facilitate end-to-end tracking of critical components—ranging from manufacturing facilities to final project sites. By providing real-time visibility, the digital tool ensures greater traceability, accountability, and regulatory compliance across the entire value chain.

This digital intervention is particularly crucial as Indian manufacturers demonstrate increasing sophistication. The domestic industry has shown robust capabilities in producing high-tech components such as nacelles, blades, wind turbine towers, and advanced gearboxes, positioning India to compete effectively in global markets.

Record-Breaking Growth and Future Projections

India’s wind energy sector is currently witnessing an unprecedented surge. In the 2025-26 fiscal year, the country added a record 6.1 GW of new wind capacity, marking its highest-ever annual addition. With a current installed capacity exceeding 56.1 GW, India has solidified its position as the world’s fourth-largest wind energy market.

Despite this momentum, a massive gap remains between current installations and the nation's natural resources. India’s estimated wind potential stands at a staggering 1,164 GW, yet the current capacity utilizes less than 5% of this resource. To bridge this gap, the government has set aggressive deployment targets:

Wind Energy's Role in India’s Net-Zero Ambition

The integration of wind energy is vital for India’s broader climate goals. Girish Tanti, Chairman of the Indian Wind Turbine Manufacturers Association, highlighted that wind is one of the most cost-competitive and grid-friendly renewable technologies available today.

As India strives to reach 500 GW of non-fossil fuel capacity by 2030 and achieve its ultimate Net-Zero ambition by 2070, the scaling of the wind sector is non-negotiable. Alongside the launch of WT-MARUT, the ministry also released critical research reports covering manufacturing, project development, and long-term power system planning to provide a roadmap for stakeholders in this high-growth sector.

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