India rooftop solar installs hit 2.8 GW in H1, up 155% year on year | AI News Digest
India's rooftop solar installations reached 2.8 GW in the first half of 2025, marking a remarkable 155% increase from 1.1 GW in the same period last year. The second quarter alone saw 1.6 GW added, driven primarily by the residential sector, which accounted for over 74% of new installations. Factors contributing to this growth include the clearing of registration backlogs and enhancements to the PM Surya Ghar portal. However, challenges such as DCR module shortages and regulatory uncertainties could hinder future progress. Key states leading the growth include Gujarat, Maharashtra, and Uttar Pradesh, which together contributed 64% of the total installations. Overall, the rooftop solar market is poised for record growth, contingent on addressing existing challenges.
