India has achieved a milestone in its renewable energy journey by reaching more than 100GW of solar photovoltaic (PV) module manufacturing capacity, under the Approved List of Models and Manufacturers (ALMM) for solar PV modules.
This reflects the nation’s commitment to building a self-reliant and robust solar manufacturing ecosystem, in line with the national vision of Atmanirbhar Bharat and the global push for a clean energy transition.
The government of India’s dedication to making the country self-sufficient in solar PV manufacturing is evident through initiatives such as its production-linked incentive (PLI) scheme for high-efficiency solar PV modules.
These efforts are designed to provide Indian manufacturers with a level playing field and establish India as a key player in the global value chain.
New and Renewable Energy Union Minister Pralhad Joshi stated: “India has achieved a historic milestone -100GW solar PV module manufacturing capacity under the ALMM, a remarkable rise from just 2.3 GW in 2014! Driven by the visionary leadership of Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi and transformative initiatives like the PLI scheme, we are building a robust, self-reliant solar manufacturing ecosystem.
“This achievement strengthens our path towards Atmanirbhar Bharat [self-reliance] and the target of 500 GW non-fossil capacity by 2030.”
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By GlobalDataFrom just 2.3GW in 2014, India’s solar module manufacturing capacity has expanded dramatically to more than 100GW.
This growth underscores India’s pledge towards achieving 500GW of non-fossil fuel capacity by 2030 and contributes significantly to worldwide decarbonisation endeavours.
The ALMM order was issued by the Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE) in January 2019, with the first list published in March 2021 showcasing an initial enlisted capacity of 8.2GW.
In slightly more than four years, this figure has surged twelvefold, surpassing the 100GW milestone.
Manufacturer numbers have increased from 21 in 2021 to 100, who are currently operating 123 units. This growth stems from both established companies and new entrants adopting high-efficiency technologies and vertical integration.
