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Solar’s Share in India’s Renewable Capacity Climbs to 56.4% in Q2 2026

Renewables accounted for 52.7% of the overall power capacity mix, extending their lead over conventional sources for the third consecutive quarter

July 27, 2026

/ Shanthi G
/ Mercom Research Focus, Paid, Renewable Energy, Solar
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Solar continued to dominate India’s renewable energy landscape. Installed solar capacity reached 163.7 GW, accounting for 29.7% of the country’s total power capacity and 56.4% of its renewable energy capacity.

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