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India has cleared a Rs 1.86 lakh crore investment to expand its green power grid for 135 GW of renewable energy. Separate reporting notes that renewable energy growth is outpacing existing grid capacity.

Canal-top solar installations are gaining attention as a route to expanding India's renewable energy capacity. Projects India tracks 1,307 solar-based power projects across the country, spanning construction, approvals and planning stages.

Vedanta has renewed its push for Niyamgiri mining and announced a Rs 1 lakh crore investment plan in Odisha. The move adds to a substantial project pipeline the company already holds in the state.

The Indian Biogas Association reported on 27 September 2026 that the Renewable Energy India Expo 2026 is expected to unlock Rs 2,800 crore in bioenergy sector investment. Projects India tracks 149 live biomass projects nationwide.

GEON has commissioned a 10 MW/20 MWh battery energy storage system in Jaisalmer, Rajasthan. Separately, NLC India Renewables has bagged a 50 MW/200 MWh battery storage project in West Bengal.

Jindal Stainless has bought into a 24 MW wind-solar hybrid captive power project in India, as reported on 17 October 2026. The move adds a renewable captive power asset to the steelmaker's existing expansion pipeline.

KPI Green Energy is moving to acquire 507.9 MW of operational wind assets in Gujarat, as reported on 17 October 2026. The deal adds significantly to the company's existing renewable energy footprint in the state.

UltraTech Cement has crossed 2 GW of captive green energy capacity, with renewable sources now meeting 48% of the company's power requirements, reported on 5 October 2026.

Resonia has commissioned two transmission projects in Rajasthan, collectively adding 9 GW of renewable energy evacuation capacity. The development was reported by SolarQuarter on 13 October 2026.

Power Grid Corporation has commissioned a renewable energy evacuation transmission project in Rajasthan under Phase III, Part C1. Multiple outlets reported on 12 October 2026 that the utility also acquired Lakadia C Power Transmission for Rs 19.94 crore.

POWERGRID has commissioned a project to evacuate 20 GW of renewable power in Rajasthan, reported on 12 October 2026. Projects India tracks 83 solar-based power projects in Rajasthan across all stages.

Odisha Conclave 2026 attracted Rs 67,000 crore in investment commitments for 6.8 GW of renewable capacity, DD News reported on 8 October 2026. The announcement adds to a busy period for hydel and renewable project activity across India.