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India poised to become world’s second largest solar market by 2026 at 150 GW
Economy
Published on 24 April 2026
Storage and rooftop demand could reshape the 2026 solar race
India is on track to become the world’s second-largest solar market by 2026, with solar capacity projected to hit about 150 GW. Government policies and rising power demand are fueling rapid expansion, particularly through distributed rooftop and commercial installations. Energy storage is expected to grow alongside solar, helping India accelerate renewable deployment and scale faster than many peers.
- India’s solar capacity could reach around 150 GW by 2026
- Rising demand and government initiatives are driving faster additions
- Distributed solar and commercial projects are key growth engines
- Energy storage is expected to expand sharply to support scaling
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