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India's solar cell capacity lags module additions 5x in H1, imports up 18%

1 source · first seen 12:57 28 Sept · updated 12:57 28 Sept

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  • India added 50.6 GW of solar module capacity versus 9.7 GW of cell capacity in H1 2026
  • Solar cell imports rose 18%, increasing reliance on overseas supply
  • Cell import dependence affects Indian solar manufacturers and renewable project supply chains

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