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India reaches 150 GW solar capacity milestone amid global solar and wind growth

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Published 2026-04-10 14:09 UTCUpdated 2026-04-10 21:11 UTC
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India hits 150 GW solar milestone
pv magazine International · News · pv-magazine.com · 2026-04-10 14:09 UTC
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Overview

India achieved a significant renewable energy milestone by reaching 150 GW of solar capacity as of March 2026, driven by a 106% year-on-year increase in ground-mounted solar installations. This growth contributed to India’s total renewable capacity of 275 GW, with solar representing 55%.

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Why now
  • India’s fiscal year 2026 data reflects recent policy impacts and market developments.
  • The 2025 global capacity report reveals emerging trends in renewable energy growth.
  • Understanding these trends informs energy planning and investment decisions.
Why it matters
  • India’s solar capacity growth supports its renewable energy targets and energy transition goals.
  • Global wind capacity growth acceleration signals shifting dynamics in renewable energy deployment.
  • Tracking capacity additions helps assess progress toward decarbonization and energy security.
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Recurring claims
  • India added around 44.6 GW of solar capacity in fiscal year 2026, a 106% year-on-year increase.
  • Globally in 2025, solar capacity additions were nearly four times those of wind, but wind capacity growth accelerated faster year-over-year.
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  • Pv Magazine International: neutral
  • Pv Magazine USA: neutral
Consolidated recent data on solar and wind capacity growth highlights India’s rapid solar expansion and global trends favoring wind acceleration.
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The world added 4 GW of new solar capacity for every GW of wind, but wind is gaining
pv magazine USA · pv-magazine-usa.com · 2026-04-10 21:11 UTC
India hits 150 GW solar milestone
pv magazine International · pv-magazine.com · 2026-04-10 14:09 UTC
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