India curtailed 8,133 GWh solar power for grid security
India curtailed 8,133 gigawatt-hour (GWh) of solar power during the April-June quarter of this year to maintain grid security. The curtailment was also attributed to a mismatch between the commissioning of transmission lines and renewable energy projects, according to Minister of State for New and Renewable Energy Shripad Yesso Naik. The Grid Controller of India reported curtailments of 2,417 GWh in April, 3,235 GWh in May, and 2,481 GWh in June. As of June 30, India's installed solar capacity stood at 162.15 GW, including utility-scale, rooftop, and off-grid projects.
Key Points
- India curtailed 8,133 GWh of solar power in Q1 2026 (April-June).
- Curtailment was primarily to maintain grid security and due to transmission line mismatches.
- The Grid Controller of India provided the data on curtailment.
- India's total installed solar capacity reached 162.15 GW by June 30.
- The PM Surya Ghar scheme has received over 75 lakh applications.
Exam Facts
- Solar power curtailed: 8,133 GWh (April-June).
- Installed solar capacity (June 30): 162.15 GW (125.6 GW utility, 30.11 GW rooftop, 6.43 GW off-grid).
- Minister of State for New and Renewable Energy: Shripad Yesso Naik.
- Grid Controller of India.
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