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Over 26 Lakh Households Get Rooftop Solar Under PM Surya Ghar

Newsmantra — Thu, 05 Feb 2026 06:17:10 +0000

NEW DELHI. More than 26 lakh households across the country have benefited from the PM Surya Ghar: Muft Bijli Yojana, with rooftop solar installations gaining momentum since the scheme’s launch in February 2024. The government informed Parliament that over 20.85 lakh rooftop solar systems have been installed nationwide, supported by Central Financial Assistance of ₹14,771.82 crore disbursed up to December 2025, significantly expanding access to clean and affordable energy at the household level.

Sharing the data, Minister of State for New and Renewable Energy Shripad Yesso Naik said Gujarat leads in installations, followed by Maharashtra and Uttar Pradesh, with several other states also recording strong uptake. The government estimates that rooftop solar installations in one crore households could generate 1,000 billion units of renewable electricity over 25 years and reduce around 720 million tonnes of carbon emissions, highlighting the scheme’s long-term environmental and energy security benefits.

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Tata Power Renewables Achieves 1 GWp Rooftop Solar Installation Capacity in 9 Months (FY26); Reinforces its position as India’s No. 1 rooftop solar player

Newsmantra — Tue, 06 Jan 2026 13:03:42 +0000

· Added more than 1 GWp capacity, showing a remarkable 127% YoY growth over 444.78 MWp installations achieved in the corresponding period of FY25 (9M)

· Customer adoption accelerated sharply, with 1.7 lakhs new customers added in FY26 (9M), representing an 345% YoY increase compared to the same period last year

· Cumulative rooftop solar installations now stand at 3 lakhs+, translating into over 4 GWp of installed capacity nationwide

· Q3 FY26 marked a breakout quarter, with 58,476 installations and 372 MWp capacity added, recording an exceptional 242% YoY growth versus 17,092 installations in Q3 FY25

· UP, Maharashtra, Gujarat, and Telangana led rooftop solar adoption over the last 9 months, while Maharashtra and Gujarat continued to dominate on a cumulative basis, followed by Tamil Nadu and Chhattisgarh, underscoring Company’s execution prowess and pan India presence

Bangalore, January 6, 2026: Tata Power Solaroof, India’s No. 1 trusted rooftop solar solutions provider and a division of Tata Power Renewable Energy Limited (TPREL), a subsidiary of Tata Power Company Limited has achieved a significant milestone of 1 GWp installed rooftop solar capacity within the first nine months of FY26, spanning Residential as well as Commercial & Industrial (C&I) segments. This milestone underscores accelerated growth momentum, rising customer trust, and Company’s steadfast commitment to India’s clean energy transition. During this period, the Tata Power Solaroof added more than 1.7 lakh installations, registering a remarkable 345% YoY growth compared to 38,494 installations in the corresponding period of FY25.

It has onboarded 1.7 lakh new customers across Residential, Commercial & Industrial (rooftop and ground-mounted solar solutions) during the same period, taking its total customer base beyond 3 lakh and cumulative installed capacity to over 4 GWp.

Tata Power Solaroof has also achieved a record 58,476 rooftop solar installations in Oct- Dec Quarter i.e. Q3 FY26, recording an exceptional 242% year-on-year growth compared to 17,092 installations in Q3 FY25.

Over the last nine months, TPREL achieved its highest number of rooftop solar installations in Uttar Pradesh, completing 30,857 installations with an aggregate installed capacity of 128.13 MWp. This was followed by Maharashtra, with 21,044 installations totalling 126.33 MWp. Gujarat recorded 18,907 installations, contributing the highest installed capacity of 143.02 MWp, while Telangana added 14,622 installations, accounting for 62.08 MWp of installed capacity.

Geographically, the growth of Tata Power Solaroof was driven by strong performance across several key States. Maharashtra emerged as the leading contributor, with 41,827 installations delivering a cumulative capacity of 855.21 MWp. This was followed by Gujarat, which recorded 31,624 installations with an aggregate capacity of 525.81 MWp. Tamil Nadu added 8,633 installations, aggregating to 318.35 MWp, while Chhattisgarh contributed 8,068 installations with a cumulative capacity of 285.62 MWp. Collectively, these states underscore the TPREL execution prowess, robust pan-India presence and sustained growth momentum across major rooftop solar markets.

TPREL has been ranked India’s No. 1 rooftop solar player for the past decade, according to BTI Research (CRISIL).

By accelerating the deployment of rooftop solar solutions, Tata Power Solaroof is playing a pivotal role in advancing the Government of India’s vision to scale solar adoption under the Pradhan Mantri Surya Ghar Yojana. Through its flagship Ghar Ghar Solar campaign, The Tata Power Company Limited (‘Tata Power’) is driving awareness and enabling widespread adoption of rooftop solar across households in India. The initiative is designed to empower consumers with clean, affordable energy, ensuring that every home has access to sustainable power and contributing to the nation’s transition towards a greener future. Aligned with the aspirations of PMSGY, the Ghar Ghar Solar campaign reflects Tata Power’s commitment to nation-building through sustainable and affordable power solutions. It represents a significant step toward achieving India’s renewable energy targets and creating an environmentally responsible ecosystem for generations to come.

Tata Power Solaroof has built a strong and diversified presence across the residential, commercial, and industrial segments, enabling widespread adoption of rooftop solar solutions.

Tata Power Solaroof offers a comprehensive, end-to-end rooftop solar proposition, comprising high-performance modules supported by a 25-year performance warranty, flexible financing options, insurance coverage, and robust after-sales service. This integrated approach empowers customers to transition confidently to cleaner, more reliable, and resilient energy solutions.

Tata Power Solaroof has a pan India presence supported by a network of 650+ channel partners, ensuring scale, consistency, and reliability in rooftop solar deployment. TPREL continues to contribute meaningfully to India’s clean energy journey, supporting the country’s ambition of achieving 500 GW of non-fossil fuel capacity by 2030 and progressing towards net-zero emissions by 2070

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Freyr Energy Launches India’s First Intelligent Self-Cleaning Solar Technology and Advanced Hybrid Systems

Newsmantra — Wed, 31 Dec 2025 11:39:43 +0000

India, 29th December 2025: Freyr Energy, India’s leading residential solar solutions providers, today announced the launch of India’s first intelligent self-cleaning solar systems and next-generation hybrid solar solutions. These new offerings solve two of the biggest problems faced by home solar users—dust on solar panels and frequent power cuts.

Dust can reduce solar power generation by up to 30% if panels are not cleaned regularly. The company’s groundbreaking Intelligent Self-Cleaning Solar System employs advanced sensor-based technology with water-efficient cleaning mechanisms that automatically maintain optimal panel efficiency. This first-of-its-kind innovation in India boosts energy production while eliminating manual maintenance requirements and reducing water consumption by 90% compared to traditional cleaning methods. For several home owners across India where dust levels are high, this technology transforms solar from a maintenance-intensive investment to a truly hassle-free energy solution.

Complementing this innovation, Freyr Energy’s next-generation Hybrid Solar Systems seamlessly integrate on-grid functionality with battery storage, ensuring uninterrupted power supply even during grid failures. These systems enable intelligent energy management, allowing users to store surplus power for peak demand periods while significantly reducing electricity bills and grid dependency.

“States such as Uttar Pradesh, Madhya Pradesh, Maharashtra, Telangana, Andhra Pradesh and Kerala represent a pivotal market in India’s solar revolution,” said Saurabh Marda, Co-Founder and Managing Director, Freyr Energy. “Freyr Energy’s intelligent self-cleaning technology is a game-changer in the face of a deepening crisis, shaped by dust-heavy streets, and weather patterns that trap pollutants. Combined with our hybrid systems, we’re not just solving existing challenges—we’re making solar more accessible and profitable than ever before. With a payback period of just 3-4 years, a stronger policy push and awareness about government subsidies in the country, there has never been a better time to go solar in these states.”

Residents switching to solar can benefit from combined central and state government subsidies. While Uttar Pradesh provides subsidy up to ₹1 lakh – the highest in the country, Madhya Pradesh offers a substantial subsidy up to ₹78,000. In addition to the central government’s PM Surya Ghar Yojana subsidies, the Kerala government is supporting residents through state-led assistance for net metering arrangements under the Soura programme making solar adoption more affordable than ever. This substantial financial support across states, coupled with Freyr Energy’s innovative technology, ensures a rapid payback period of just 3-4 years and free electricity for the next 20+ years.

Freyr Energy has emerged as the leading solar provider in the Telugu states, recording the highest number of installations across the region.

With over 12,500 installations nationwide and 120+ MW of installed capacity, Freyr Energy is strategically positioned to support Uttar Pradesh, Madhya Pradesh, Maharashtra, Kerala, Telangana and Andhra Pradesh’s renewable energy ambitions and contribute to India’s target of 500 GW renewable capacity by 2030.

The company has already witnessed significant traction across its several operational cities in Uttar Pradesh (Lucknow, Kanpur, Prayagraj, and Varanasi), Madhya Pradesh (Jabalpur, Indore, Bhopal, Sagar,Ujjain,Katni,Rewa,Satna,Gwalior), Maharashtra(Nagpur, Pune, Nashik, Aurangabad, Solapur), Kerala (Trivandrum, Cochin, Calicut, Alappuzha, Thrissur, Palakkad), Telangana (Hyderabad, Khammam, Nizamabad, Karimnagar, Mahbubnagar, Warangal, Nalgonda, Sangareddy) and Andhra Pradesh (Vishakapatnam, Rajahmundry, Bhimavaram, Kakinada, Eluru, Srikakulam, Ongole, Nellore, Kurnool, Chittor, Kadapa, Vijayawada, Tirupati, Vizianagaram) —with demand for rooftop and hybrid solar systems surging, driven by increasing electricity costs, dust-related maintenance concerns, and Freyr Energy’s comprehensive after-sales support backed by flexible financing options through leading financial institutions. Freyr has 10 solar experience centres empowering 7 lack customers across India.

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