India adds 13.3 GW of renewable capacity in H1 2026, a 25% jump from last year, driven by solar

India added 13.3 gigawatts of renewable energy capacity in the first half of 2026, a 25 percent increase from 10.6 GW in the same period last year. Solar power led the growth, with utility-scale projects and rooftop installations driving most of the new capacity. Wind energy also contributed but at a smaller scale. The article notes that policy support, including clear targets and regular auctions, helped build developer confidence and speed up project execution. However, it also points out that land access, transmission readiness, and grid connectivity remain bottlenecks. Without stronger infrastructure, fast capacity additions may not translate into reliable power delivery. This data matters for anyone tracking India's energy transition. The growth shows real momentum, but the next step is making sure the grid can absorb and distribute that new capacity effectively. Storage and transmission investment will be the deciding factor.