Indian hydro

India is the 7th largest producer of hydroelectric power in the world.

FACTS

Total installed capacity

41 000 MW

Percentage of electricity mix

4.5%

Long-term sustainability target

Net zero by 2070

India is the 7th largest producer of hydroelectric power in the world and also ranks 3rd worldwide in terms of total number of dams. The country has around 41 000 MW of installed hydropower capacity, while an additional 13 000 MW is under construction.