Union Minister Launches 'WT-MARUT' Portal for Wind Energy Supply Chain
WT-MARUT stands for Wind Turbine - Management and Resource Utilisation Tracker, serving as India's first dedicated digital platform for the wind turbine supply chain.
Developed under the Ministry of New & Renewable Energy (MNRE), the portal is supported by the Indian Wind Turbine Manufacturers Association (IWTMA).
The digital platform aims to streamline manufacturing tracking, resource allocation, and logistics optimization for the renewable sector.
From an exam perspective, this portal signifies India's proactive technological shift to meet its ambitious net-zero and renewable energy capacity targets.
Key Facts / Static GK
IWTMA: Indian Wind Turbine Manufacturers Association
Global Wind Day: Observed on June 15
Practice Quiz — 16 June 2026
Q1. Which country recently conferred its highest civilian award, the 'Order of the White Double Cross (1st Class)', upon Prime Minister Narendra Modi?
Q2. Regarding the recently updated Wholesale Price Index (WPI) data, which of the following statements is/are correct? I. The new base year for WPI has been revised to 2022-23. II. The total number of items in the updated series has been increased to 957. III. The data is released by the National Statistical Office (NSO).
Q3. What is the primary objective of the newly launched 'WT-MARUT' portal?
Q4. What is the total combined stake (including the green shoe option) that the government proposes to sell in GIC Re through the Offer for Sale (OFS)?
Q5. According to the PLFS data for May 2026, what was the recorded female Labour Force Participation Rate (LFPR) for individuals aged 15 and above?
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