India, world's third-largest solar generator, curtailed 4.2% of its output in July and August

FinanceInternationalEnergía EstratégicaOct 20, 2026, 7:53 AM35 s readAI summary

India, the world's third-largest solar generator, curtailed about 4.2% of its photovoltaic output during July and August, despite a period of record electricity demand. The country reached 168 GW of solar and raised its photovoltaic generation 39% year on year in the second quarter of fiscal 2026-27. Grid constraints and low operating BESS capacity caused curtailments of 1,462 million units in those two months, even with record peak demand of 270 GW.

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India curtailed about 4.2% of its solar output in July and August
The country has 168 GW of solar and its photovoltaic generation grew 39% year on year in the second quarter of fiscal 2026-27
Curtailments totaled 1,462 million units in those two months

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India, world's third-largest solar generator, curtailed 4.2% of its output in July and August

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