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Ministry of Power | Central Electricity Authority (CEA)
The All India Electricity Statistics: General Review 2025 by the Central Electricity Authority (CEA) highlights a period of robust growth and structural transformation in Indiaโs power sector during FY 2023-24. Driven by the legislative foundation of the Electricity Act 2003, the nation has achieved 100% village electrification and a significant shift toward sustainable energy sources.
Key performance indicators for 2023-24 include:
Capacity Expansion: Total installed capacity (including captive plants) reached 522,896 MW, a growth of 5.75% over the previous year.
Generation Growth: Total electricity generation grew by 7.02%, totaling 1,958,278 GWh.
Renewable Transition: The share of Renewable Energy Sources (RES) in total installed capacity rose to 29.18%, with solar power alone accounting for over 51% of total RES generation.
Consumption Trends: Industrial power remains the largest consumer segment at 41.58%, followed by domestic use at 23.96%.
Energy Access: Per capita electricity consumption has seen a steady rise, reaching 1,400 kWh in 2023-24 from a mere 18 kWh in 1950.
What is Per Capita Electricity Consumption? It is a primary index of a countryโs socio-economic development, calculated by dividing the sum of gross energy generation and net imports by the mid-year population. For India, the leap to 1,400 kWh reflects not only increased industrial activity but also the successful deepening of the digital economy and improved living standards across rural and urban households.
Policy Relevance
The report underscores Indiaโs dual focus on energy security and decarbonization. By successfully integrating a higher share of RES while maintaining a stable thermal base, India is meeting the energy demands of a growing economy while adhering to international climate commitments.
Strategic Impact for India:
Green Energy Integration: The rise in RES generation to 13% of the total mix indicates that the Renewable Purchase Obligations (RPO) and competitive bidding frameworks under the Electricity Act-2003 are effectively driving private investment.
Efficiency and Losses: Transmission and Distribution (T&D) losses decreased slightly to 17.63%, highlighting the ongoing impact of infrastructure modernization through schemes like RDSS.
Self-Reliance (Atmanirbharta): The growth in Captive Power Plants to over 80,000 MW ensures that power-intensive industries like Aluminium and Steel remain resilient against grid fluctuations.
Viksit Bharat Goals: The 15.17% CAGR in RES capacity over the last decade positions India to achieve its target of 500 GW of non-fossil capacity by 2030.
Follow the full report here: All India Electricity Statistics: General Review 2025