The Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE) has introduced a major amendment to the approval process for wind turbine models in India. The revised framework, issued on July 31, 2025, renames the existing “Revised List of Models and Manufacturers” (RLMM) as the “Approved List of Models and Manufacturers (Wind),” or ALMM (Wind). This change is aimed at enhancing the quality, reliability, and security of wind energy systems across the country.
Under the updated procedure, wind turbine manufacturers must now source key components such as blades, towers, gearboxes, generators, and critical bearings only from vendors listed under a new ALMM for wind turbine components. MNRE will publish and maintain this list separately, ensuring strict oversight of component quality and origin. A designated technical inspection team will be responsible for verifying adherence to these sourcing requirements.
In addition to equipment quality, the new amendment also focuses on data security and domestic control. All research and development centers, operational control systems, and data servers related to wind turbines must now be located within India. The export of real-time data or control access to foreign locations has been restricted in order to enhance national cybersecurity in the renewable sector.
The revised norms will not apply to wind energy projects that have already been bid out or awarded prior to the amendment. They will also not affect projects under captive, commercial and industrial, or third-party sale models if those are scheduled for commissioning within 18 months of the amendment date.
Recognizing the need for innovation and new technology integration, MNRE has allowed a limited exemption for new manufacturers and turbine models. Up to 800 megawatts of combined capacity over the next two years may be installed without full component compliance, provided manufacturers submit quarterly progress reports and meet other specified conditions.
India currently has an annual wind turbine manufacturing capacity of more than 20 gigawatts and is targeting 500 gigawatts of non-fossil fuel-based capacity by 2030. The latest policy revision is expected to support domestic manufacturers like Suzlon and Inox Green while encouraging transparency and accountability in the wind sector. It is also likely to reshape sourcing strategies for foreign players who may need to align with India’s local manufacturing and data governance standards.
This updated framework is a significant step toward building a secure, high-quality, and self-reliant wind energy ecosystem that supports India’s broader clean energy ambitions.
