India installs record 27 GW of solar capacity in first half of 2024

India added a record 27 gigawatts of photovoltaic capacity in the first six months of the year, bringing its total installed solar fleet to 165 gigawatts and underlining its position as a leading renewable energy developer.

First covered Aug 18, 2026 · 4:27 AM PT · 1 article

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3h PV Magazine India adds record 27 GW of solar capacity in H1 — The country's cumulative installed PV capacity reached 165 GW at the end of June, according to new figures released by Mercom.

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