India Becomes Second-Largest Solar Energy Market, Surpassing US in 2025
India's installed solar power capacity has grown from 3 GW in 2014 to 162.15 GW by June 2026, with 37 GW added in 2025, surpassing the US in annual solar capacity additions. This growth positions India as the world's second-largest solar market. Declining tariffs, driven by competitive e-Reverse Auctions, have made solar power more affordable, with the Levelised Cost of Electricity at 35 per MWh, below the global average. The government approved the Pradhan Mantri Surya Sarovar Yojana in July 2026 to support 5,000 MW of floating solar projects with energy storage, enhancing grid reliability and land use efficiency.
First-hand measurement across 2 sources
We measured how 2 outlets covered this story. No outlet gave this story a measurable political slant — there is no left–right reading to report. Overall sentiment is positive (74/100). Lens Score 43/100.
Outlets measured: thehitavadacom, thestatesman. See how each one headlined and framed the same story in the source comparison below.
AI Analysis
Sentiment was consistent across outlets (74–75/100), indicating broadly factual reporting rather than editorialising.
Coverage timeline
thestatesman broke this story on 2 Aug, 10:41 am. Other outlets followed.
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