India's "Seven-Point Energy Transition Agenda for 2035" refers to proposed strategic actions for inclusion in its updated Nationally Determined Contributions (NDCs) under the Paris Agreement, rather than a single, officially adopted government plan at this stage.

India’s Seven-Point Energy Transition Agenda for 2035 is a strategic plan aligned with the Paris Agreement and India's long-term net-zero emissions goal by 2070.

The agenda focuses on enhancing emissions intensity reduction targets, expanding non-fossil fuel capacity, and phasing down coal-based generation while ensuring economic growth and developmental priorities.

The Seven Pillars

These pillars guide India's comprehensive energy plan, emphasizing practical reforms and targets like 500 GW non-fossil capacity by 2030.
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Pillar 1: Gas-Based Economy

Accelerating the shift to a gas-based economy forms the first pillar, emphasizing natural gas as a cleaner transition fuel to reduce coal dependency. This aligns with projections of 60% demand growth by 2030, supporting energy independence by 2047.
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Targets 15% natural gas share in primary energy mix by 2030, up from 6.7%, via 39,000 km pipeline network by 2025 and doubling domestic production to 50 MMSCMD by 2028. City gas distribution expands to 300+ districts by 2030; SATAT scheme delivers 5,000 TPD CBG by 2025, scaling to 15,000 TPD

Pillar 2: Cleaner Fossil Fuels

The strategy prioritizes cleaner utilization of fossil fuels through technologies like carbon capture and advanced coal practices. This pillar bridges current energy needs with long-term low-carbon goals outlined in India's LT-LEDS.?
Coal gasification reaches 100 MT by 2030 with ?6,000 crore incentives starting 2025; CCUS retrofits 10 GW coal plants by 2028, full commercialization by 2030. Critical Minerals Mission secures 30 key minerals supply by 2027; unabated coal peaks by 2030, phases down post-2035.
 
Pillar 3: Renewables Expansion

Massive scaling of renewables targets 500 GW non-fossil capacity by 2030, already surpassing 505 GW installed by late 2025. Focus shifts to grid integration, storage, and offshore wind for reliable supply.?
500 GW non-fossil capacity by 2030 (50% from solar/wind), with 300 GW solar, 140 GW wind, 30 GW offshore wind by 2030 via annual 50 GW tenders from 2025. PM Surya Ghar installs 100 GW rooftop by 2027; Green Energy Corridors complete Phase II transmission by 2026 for 500 GW evacuation.

Pillar 4: Green Hydrogen

The National Green Hydrogen Mission aims for 5 MMT annual production by 2030, backed by 125 GW dedicated renewables to cut fossil imports by ?1 lakh crore. Domestic manufacturing scales costs down via incentives.?
NGHM produces 5 MMT annually by 2030, supported by 125 GW dedicated RE capacity; SIGHT PLI builds 1.5 GW electrolyzer manufacturing by 2028, 8.5 GW by 2030. 1,000 refueling stations by 2030; exports begin 2026, targeting 1 MMT

Pillar 5: Nuclear Energy

Enhancing nuclear capacity supports baseload clean power, integrated with renewables and storage transitions for Viksit Bharat 2047. This pillar ensures energy security amid rising demand.?
22.5 GW capacity by 2031 (from 8 GW), with 10 GW SMRs operational by 2030 and three 700 MW plants by 2029; thorium-based tech pilots by 2028. Fuel fabrication capacity triples to 5,000 tonnes by 2027; 49% FDI unlocks by 2026.

Pillar 6: Energy Storage & Grid

Battery storage and smart grids address integration gaps, where renewables hold 40% capacity but generate only 20% power. Production-linked incentives boost local manufacturing.?
50 GWh ACC batteries by 2030 under PLI 2.0 (30 GWh by 2028); total 46.7 GW/237 GWh storage by 2030, scaling to 170 GW/1,200 GWh by 2035. RDSS revamps distribution by 2026; ISTS upgrades evacuate 500 GW by 2030, cutting losses to 12%.

Pillar 7: Efficiency & Innovation

Promoting energy efficiency, biofuels, and industrial clusters accelerates transitions, fostering self-reliant supply chains and investments. This caps emissions while powering growth.
20% ethanol blending by 2025, 30% by 2030; PAT scheme covers 40% industrial energy use by 2026 with 15% savings; 50 biofuel hubs by 2030. DST R&D funds ?10,000 crore for advanced materials by 2030; industrial clusters electrify 50% MSMEs by 2028.

Way Forward

• Accelerating renewable integration requires scaling up grid infrastructure, such as the National Transmission Plan for 500 GW capacity and Interstate Transmission System waivers until 2028, to handle intermittency and ensure seamless evacuation.
• Investments in energy storage, including battery technologies, alongside Renewable Purchase Obligations and strengthened Power Purchase Agreements, will bolster investor confidence and grid stability.
• Policy measures like Green Open Access Rules and the National Hydrogen Mission further enable direct consumer access to renewables and emerging fuels.?

Conclusion

India has achieved over 50% non-fossil fuel capacity ahead of 2030 targets, positioning it as a global leader in energy transition toward net-zero by 2070.
 This balanced approach supports energy security, economic growth, and climate commitments through diversified sources and technological advancements.
Sustained international partnerships and domestic reforms will drive Viksit Bharat's vision of energy independence by 2047.
 

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