India’s Solar Power Surge Accelerates With 90 Percent Rooftop Growth and Record Renewable Expansion

India continues its energy transition, with 2025 marking the highest‑ever renewable capacity addition, according to a Press Information Bureau release, signaling accelerated investment in solar and wind projects across the country.

Rooftop Solar installations surged 90 percent year‑on‑year, as reported by the Financial Express, driven by lower panel costs, expanded net‑metering policies and aggressive state subsidies encouraging households and businesses to adopt rooftop systems.

Power Output rose 3.6 percent in the third quarter of 2025, according to Down To Earth, reflecting the combined effect of new solar farms, wind parks and improved grid integration that lifted overall electricity generation.

Future Outlook suggests 2026 will see continued policy support, with the International Institute for Sustainable Development highlighting India’s roadmap to meet 450 GW renewable target, emphasizing storage investments and regional grid upgrades to sustain growth.