Rapid Fire
100 GW Solar Power Capacity
- 10 Feb 2025
- 1 min read
India has crossed 100 GW of installed solar capacity, marking a key milestone toward its 500 GW non-fossil energy goal by 2030.
- Growth in Solar Capacity: It surged over 35 times in the last decade, rising from 2.82 GW in 2014 to 100 GW in 2025.
- The grand total of solar and hybrid projects stands at 296.59 GW.
- PM Surya Ghar: Muft Bijli Yojana enabled 9 lakh rooftop solar installations across households.
- Solar Contribution to Climate Goals: Solar power contributes 47% of India’s total renewable energy capacity.
- Top Solar States: Rajasthan, Gujarat, Tamil Nadu, Maharashtra, and Madhya Pradesh.
- Growth in Manufacturing: Solar module production capacity surged from 2 GW in 2014 to 60 GW in 2024.
Read More: India's Quest for Solar Dominance
