In the dynamic world of solar energy, India has emerged as a powerhouse, with its solar market witnessing an unprecedented boom. According to the latest "India Solar Market Report Q2 2025" by Mercom India Research, the country added a staggering 18 GW of solar capacity in the first half of 2025, marking a 31% year - on - year growth. This growth is not only impressive but also indicative of India's commitment to renewable energy.
The surge in solar installations is predominantly policy - driven. Developers rushed to commission their projects before June to take full advantage of the interstate transmission charge waiver. This incentive, combined with the increasing demand from distribution companies for round - the - clock renewable energy supply, has created a conducive environment for solar project implementation.
The second quarter of 2025 was particularly remarkable, contributing 11.3 GW to the total 18 GW added in the first half. This represents a whopping 145% increase compared to the same period in 2024. States like Rajasthan, Gujarat, and Maharashtra were the frontrunners, accounting for 33.7%, 27%, and 17.4% of the new capacity respectively. Their geographical location, with abundant sunlight, and proactive state - level policies have made them hotspots for solar energy development.
Raj Prabhu, the CEO of Mercom Capital Group, while acknowledging the remarkable Q2 addition of over 11 GW, which is one of the strongest quarterly performances ever, also pointed out the challenges that developers are grappling with. These include shortages of DCR - compliant modules, bottlenecks in transmission and transformation infrastructure, and delays in signing power purchase agreements. Without a significant boost in domestic manufacturing capacity and more balanced policies, the pace of installations may face headwinds.
As of June 30, 2025, India's cumulative solar capacity stands at 116.4 GW, with large - scale projects constituting nearly 86% of this total, and rooftop systems accounting for the remaining 14%. Rajasthan, Gujarat, and Karnataka are leading the way in large - scale project installations, contributing 29%, 18%, and 13% respectively. This data clearly shows the dominance of large - scale solar projects in India's energy mix.
The pipeline for large - scale solar projects in India is equally impressive. As of June 2025, it is nearly 191 GW, with over 131 GW already tendered and awaiting auction. This indicates a bright future for the solar industry in India, with a significant amount of new capacity set to come online in the coming years.
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