Summary
The government approved a policy in September 2025 to guide exploration, drilling, and use of geothermal resources.
In July 2026, the Oil and Natural Gas Corporation Energy Centre completed two 1,000‑metre wells in Puga Valley, Ladakh, beginning a 1‑megawatt demonstration project.
The Geological Survey of India has identified 381 hot springs and estimates a theoretical potential of about 10.6 gigawatts across ten geothermal provinces.
Research projects are testing new technologies such as Enhanced Geothermal Systems, Advanced Geothermal Systems, and using abandoned oil wells for heat extraction.
International partnerships with countries like Australia, Iceland, and Saudi Arabia aim to share knowledge and accelerate the development of geothermal power in India.