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@article{187469,
        author = {Rakesh Jhanwar and Ramgopal Dhakar and Falguni Chaturvedi and Deepak Joshi},
        title = {Assessment of Renewable Energy Resources in India: Current Status, Challenges and Future Prospects},
        journal = {International Journal of Innovative Research in Technology},
        year = {2025},
        volume = {12},
        number = {6},
        pages = {5431-5440},
        issn = {2349-6002},
        url = {https://ijirt.org/article?manuscript=187469},
        abstract = {India’s rapid economic growth, urbanization, and rising energy demand have intensified the need for sustainable and reliable energy alternatives. This study provides a comprehensive assessment of India’s renewable energy resources including solar, wind, biomass, hydropower, and geothermal by analyzing their current status, technological advancements, policy framework, challenges, and future prospects. Using a descriptive and analytical research design supported by secondary data, geospatial analysis, trend evaluation, and stakeholder insights, the study reveals the substantial progress India has made through initiatives such as the National Solar Mission, Wind-Solar Hybrid Policy, Green Energy Corridor, and state-level regulatory interventions. Results indicate that India possesses abundant renewable potential, with wind energy exceeding 300 GW at 120m hub height and solar potential estimated at nearly 750 GW. Despite significant growth in installed capacity, rising investments, and enhanced forecasting and monitoring infrastructure, challenges persist in grid integration, land acquisition, storage limitations, and policy inconsistencies. The analysis underscores the need for stronger regulatory alignment, advanced storage technologies, decentralized systems, and increased R&D investment to bridge existing gaps. Overall, India stands at a pivotal juncture where strategic and sustained policy actions can position it as a global leader in clean energy, supporting long-term environmental sustainability, energy security, and economic development.},
        keywords = {Energy Security, Environmental Sustainability, Green Energy Corridor, National Solar Mission, Renewable Energy, Wind-Solar Hybrid Policy},
        month = {November},
        }