With reference to the renewable energy projects in Andhra Pradesh recognized by the Leadership State award, consider the following statements: 1. The state mobilized ₹4 lakh crore for renewable energy projects since June 2024. 2. The recognized projects include a capacity of 19.95 GW of pumped storage hydro. 3. The award recognized a total of 50 projects including solar and wind capacity. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Andhra Pradesh wins Leadership State award for ₹4 lakh crore renewable energy projects

GS3Economy · S&T · Environment · Security· Industry, investment & MSMEs· Prelims· 8 October 2026

State-led investment mobilization and pumped storage hydro: a GS3 case study on green energy transition.

Why in news

Andhra Pradesh was honored with the Leadership State in Renewable Energy Investment Mobilisation Award for mobilizing ₹4 lakh crore in renewable energy projects since June 2024.

Background

The award was presented at Windergy India 2026 in Chennai. It recognizes 97 projects including 26.45 GW solar, 5.86 GW wind, and 19.95 GW pumped storage hydro.

Facts for Prelims

FactAndhra Pradesh mobilized ₹4 lakh crore for renewable energy projects since June 2024.
FactThe award recognized 97 projects including 26.45 GW solar and 5.86 GW wind.
FactThe award included 19.95 GW of pumped storage hydro capacity.
PlaceWindergy India 2026 was held in Chennai.

Prelims practice question

With reference to the renewable energy projects in Andhra Pradesh recognized by the Leadership State award, consider the following statements:

The state mobilized ₹4 lakh crore for renewable energy projects since June 2024.
The recognized projects include a capacity of 19.95 GW of pumped storage hydro.
The award recognized a total of 50 projects including solar and wind capacity.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

(a)1 and 2 only
(b)1 and 3 only
(c)2 and 3 only
(d)1, 2 and 3

Show answer

Answer: (a) 1 and 2 only — Statements 1 and 2 are correct. Statement 3 is incorrect: The award recognized 97 projects.

For Mains

Q. Discuss the role of state-led investment mobilization in achieving India's ambitious renewable energy targets and the significance of pumped storage hydro in grid stability.

Dimensions to cover in your answer

Grid stability: Role of pumped storage hydro in balancing intermittent solar and wind power supply
Investment mobilization: State-level policy incentives driving private capital into green energy infrastructure

Keywords: Renewable Energy · Investment Mobilisation · Pumped Storage Hydro · Green Energy Capacity · Decarbonisation

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