India adds 26GW of solar capacity in first half of 2026

India installed 26 gigawatts of solar photovoltaic capacity in the first six months of 2026, according to research firm JMK Research, continuing its rapid renewable energy buildout.

First covered Jul 9, 2026 · 8:35 AM PT · 1 article

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7h PV Tech India adds 26GW solar PV in H1 2026 – JMK Research — India added approximately 26GW of solar capacity and 3GW of wind capacity during the first half of 2026, according to JMK Research.

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