WT-MARUT Launched: A Digital Leap for India’s Wind Energy Supply Chain
India has taken a significant step toward digitizing its renewable energy infrastructure with the launch of WT-MARUT, the nation's first dedicated digital platform for wind energy supply chain management. Unveiled by New and Renewable Energy Minister Pralhad Joshi, this portal aims to streamline manufacturing processes and bolster the country's clean energy ambitions.
Enhancing Traceability with WT-MARUT
The launch of WT-MARUT marks a technological shift in how wind energy components are handled across the country. The platform is designed to facilitate end-to-end tracking of critical components—ranging from manufacturing facilities to final project sites. By implementing this digital oversight, the Ministry aims to ensure greater traceability, accountability, and regulatory compliance throughout the entire supply chain.
This digital intervention is expected to strengthen the domestic manufacturing ecosystem, allowing stakeholders to monitor the movement of essential parts like nacelles, blades, turbine towers, and advanced gearboxes with precision.
India’s Growing Dominance in Global Wind Markets
During the Global Wind Day celebrations, Minister Pralhad Joshi highlighted the increasing sophistication of the Indian wind industry. Currently, India stands as the world’s fourth-largest wind energy market, boasting an installed capacity of over 56.1 GW.
The sector is seeing unprecedented momentum; in the 2025-26 period, India added a record 6.1 GW of new wind capacity, marking its highest-ever annual addition. This robust growth underscores the capability of Indian manufacturers to not only meet domestic demand but also to expand their footprint in international markets.
Ambitious Targets and Massive Untapped Potential
Despite the record-breaking additions, the scale of opportunity remains vast. India’s current installed capacity represents less than 5% of its estimated wind potential, which stands at a staggering 1,164 GW. To bridge this gap, the government has set aggressive milestones for the coming decade.
Menteri Joshi menyatakan keyakinannya bahwa sektor ini akan mencapai 100 GW instalasi angin pada tahun 2030, dengan target mencapai 155 GW pada tahun 2035. Girish Tanti, Ketua Indian Wind Turbine Manufacturers Association, menekankan bahwa energi angin adalah salah satu teknologi yang paling kompetitif secara biaya dan ramah jaringan yang tersedia. Pertumbuhan ini dipandang sebagai landasan bagi India untuk mencapai tujuan yang lebih luas, yaitu kapasitas bahan bakar non-fosil sebesar 500 GW pada tahun 2030 dan ambisi net-zero akhirnya pada tahun 2070.
Poin-Poin Penting
- Transformasi Digital: Platform WT-MARUT memperkenalkan pelacakan dan akuntabilitas end-to-end untuk komponen energi angin guna memperkuat rantai pasokan domestik.
- Pertumbuhan Rekor: India menambahkan rekor kapasitas angin sebesar 6,1 GW pada 2025-26, memperkuat posisinya sebagai pasar energi angin terbesar keempat di dunia.
- Peta Jalan Masa Depan: Pemerintah bertujuan untuk meningkatkan instalasi angin dari 56,1 GW saat ini menjadi 100 GW pada tahun 2030, memanfaatkan total potensi sebesar 1.164 GW.