India Strengthens Global Clean Energy Standing with Rapid Solar Growth

India has surpassed the United States of America in annual solar capacity additions to become the world’s 2nd largest solar growth market in 2025. Highlighting the remarkable achievement, Union Minister for New and Renewable Energy Prahlad Joshi said that the country’s solar growth story is setting global benchmarks and driving record capacity additions through strong policy support, innovation and world-class infrastructure. He noted that under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, India’s clean energy transition is accelerating, strengthening energy security, advancing sustainable development and reinforcing the country’s position as a global leader in renewable energy.