India has achieved a significant milestone in its renewable energy journey by installing a record 2.7 lakh rooftop solar systems in April 2026, the highest monthly installation ever recorded in the country.

The achievement was announced by the Ministry of New and Renewable Energy during the ‘Run for Sun’ Marathon held in New Delhi to commemorate International Sun Day and celebrate the role of solar energy, or “Saur Shakti,” in nation-building.

The installations were carried out under the PM Surya Ghar Muft Bijli Yojana, which has enabled nearly 30 lakh rooftop solar installations so far, benefiting over 45 lakh households across the country.

India’s cumulative solar power capacity has now reached 150 GW, a sharp rise from just 2.82 GW in 2014. Notably, the country added the latest 50 GW of solar capacity in just 15 months, reflecting the rapid acceleration of renewable energy deployment.

Santosh Kumar Sarangi said the ‘Run for Sun’ Marathon symbolised India’s collective commitment toward building a sustainable and self-reliant energy future.

India has also achieved another landmark by ensuring nearly 50 per cent of its installed power generation capacity now comes from non-fossil fuel sources, allowing the country to achieve its 2030 clean energy target ahead of schedule.

The rapid growth of rooftop solar underlines India’s ambition to strengthen energy security, reduce carbon emissions, and position itself as a global leader in clean energy transformation.