India added 1.8 GW of wind energy capacity in the first quarter (Q1) of the calendar year 2025, an increase of 63% year-over-year from 1.15 GW in Q1 2024. The capacity additions rose 134% quarter-over-quarter, according to Mercom India Research. Wind-specific renewable purchase obligations from 2023 to 2030 and the annual onshore wind bidding target of 10 GW from 2023 to 2027 have served as key long-term policy enablers for capacity additions. However, the 100% interstate transmission system charges waiver, currently set to expire in June 2025, has led to a spike in installations in Q1 and is expected to further accelerate activity in the upcoming quarter, particularly if the waiver is not extended.