Geothermal energy: India's round-the-clock renewable option
GS III
In the news
A PIB backgrounder reviewed India's geothermal energy prospects.
Key facts
- The National Policy on Geothermal Energy was notified in September 2025; MNRE is the nodal ministry.
Why it matters for UPSC
Editorial inference: Geothermal projects link energy diversification with geological and financial risk.
Original source: Press Information BureauSource date: 2026-09-04
Mains practice
Assess the opportunities and constraints of geothermal power in India.