Andhra Pradesh enables 7.86 lakh households to install rooftop solar systems
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Why in news
Union Minister Pralhad Joshi highlighted India's progress in energy security and the success of rooftop solar installations in Andhra Pradesh during the 31st CII Partnership Summit 2026.
Background
India's peak power demand rose from 123 GW in 2012 to 270 GW. Solar power capacity expanded from 2.80 GW in 2014 to 175 GW, with non-fossil sources accounting for nearly 55% of total installed capacity.
Facts for Prelims
- FactIndia's peak power demand in 2012 was 123 GW.
- FactIndia's solar power capacity reached 175 GW as of 2026.
- FactAndhra Pradesh enabled 7.86 lakh households to install rooftop solar systems.
- Fact66 lakh households across India benefited from PM Surya Ghar Muft Bijli Yojana against a target of one crore.
- FactIndia's target for non-fossil fuel capacity is 500 GW by 2030.
For Mains
Q. Discuss the significance of decentralised renewable energy systems like rooftop solar in achieving India's 2030 non-fossil fuel capacity targets.
Dimensions to cover in your answer
- Grid stability: Transitioning from centralized fossil fuel generation to distributed renewable sources to prevent grid collapses.
- Energy security: Reducing import dependency on fossil fuels while meeting rising peak power demand of 270 GW.
- Manufacturing hub: Leveraging 'Zero Defect, Zero Effect' manufacturing to position India as a global green energy hub.
Keywords: Energy Security · Decentralised Generation · Non-fossil Capacity · PM Surya Ghar Muft Bijli Yojana · Green Manufacturing
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