After Push From Adani, Envision, Race for 5 MW Wind Turbines Gathers Pace in India

Chinese wind energy company Envision Energy recently announced the installation of its 5 MW wind turbines for a green energy project at Mudugal in Karnataka. The project was undertaken by CleanMax, a Mumbai-based Independent Power Producer (IPP). The firm said that it was India’s first 5 MW wind turbine installed on the ground.

The development signals a technological transition in India’s wind energy sector, where developers are increasingly considering higher-efficiency, large-capacity turbines. While Envision Energy has claimed this as India’s first 5 MW-series installation, the wider industry is actively evaluating the feasibility of deploying advanced, large-scale wind turbines in geographically suitable regions.

The following outlines key market trends and how various wind energy companies are transitioning toward 5 MW and other higher-capacity turbines in India.

Adani Group’s Tryst with 5.2 MW Turbines

Adani Group earlier secured enlistment of its 5.2 MW wind turbines under the Ministry of New and Renewable Energy’s (MNRE) Approved List of Models and Manufacturers (ALMM). These turbines were later deployed at the company’s renewable energy projects in Khavda. The company had previously claimed to have introduced this technology in India for the first time.

SANY’s 4 MW Project Executed

Another wind turbine manufacturer, SANY, has introduced its 4 MW class wind turbines for the Indian market. These turbines have been used in projects for JSW Group, Sembcorp, and others. Recently, SANY was selected by Serentica for a 336 MW wind project in Karnataka, which will use its 4 MW turbines.

Inox Set to Launch 4 MW Turbines

The Inox Group is preparing to launch its 4 MW wind turbines soon. In its latest investor presentation and earnings call, the company discussed plans to bring its new 4 MW machines to market in the coming months.
The firm stated:
“Inox Wind is targeting the launch and order intake for its latest offering over the next few months. The globally proven 4X MW turbine is being developed under license from Wind2Energy, and designed for low wind conditions prevalent in India, further reducing the LCoE for our customers,” the firm had said in its investors presentation for Q2FY26.

Suzlon Satisfied with 3.15 MW But Open to Change

Pune-based Suzlon Energy, meanwhile, stated that nearly 90 percent of its current order book comprises its 3.15 MW turbines. The company maintains that, given prevailing market demand, it will introduce higher-capacity turbines when market conditions justify the move.

As per the company’s commentary: “Today, our 3.15 megawatt is a very successful product, what we have. We have already supplied about 2.3 gigawatts and then more than 5 gigawatts of the current order book is 3.15. In fact, 90% of our current order book is 3.15. And there is a significant interest in 3.15 because people look at cost per kilowatt hour than what is the capacity of the model. Having said that, our next set of models would keep coming regularly, and you will start seeing us announcing the next model shortly. And we will be there at that level. I don't want to mention the time line, but the progress is underway. Some models are under prototype and some are currently under the procurement phase,” JP Chalasani, CEO of Suzlon Energy had said recenytly in its investors talk.

He also added: “In my view that we will not see that as an issue for us to face the competition. I'm not trying to dodge the question here, but I don't see that as a major issue. We are pretty confident that when the 3.15 interest exhausts, much before that, we will have our next turbine -- higher model turbine.”

However, it is also a fact that these high-end turbines are not suitable for all windy regions of the country; suitability depends on local geography and wind conditions.

Latest ALMM Status

As per the latest ALMM for wind energy issued by MNRE on December 2, 2025, India is home to 13 enlisted wind turbine manufacturers. The highest-rated turbine capacities include a 5.3 MW model from Venwind Refex Power, a 5.2 MW turbine from Adani Wind, 5 MW from Envision, and a 4 MW turbine from SANY, among others.