By Enersider Desk | New Delhi | 11 June 2026
Union Minister for New and Renewable Energy Pralhad Joshi has said that Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s leadership over the past twelve years has transformed India into a global clean energy leader.
Joshi released the Report on Floating Solar PV Potential Assessment of India, which estimates the country’s floating solar potential at over 102 GWp, taking India’s total assessed solar potential to 3,445 GWp.
He said the ministry is working on a dedicated scheme to promote floating solar deployment across the country, according to an official release.
The Minister also launched the Online Portal for the Small Hydro Power Development Scheme, stating that it will enhance transparency and efficiency in implementation. He said the initiative marks the first major policy intervention in the small hydro sector since 2017.
Joshi highlighted that India’s non-fossil fuel capacity has increased from 81 GW in 2014 to 288 GW, and solar capacity has risen from 2.8 GW to 155 GW. Domestic solar module manufacturing capacity has reached 192 GW, and cell manufacturing capacity has touched 30 GW.
The National Institute of Solar Energy (NISE) and Military Engineering Services exchanged an MoU to strengthen the adoption of solar energy across defence establishments. Under the collaboration, NISE will provide technical support for planning, implementation and monitoring of renewable energy projects.
Joshi also released the book “Green Energy and Sustainable Development” authored by Mohammad Rihan. He complimented NISE and its team for their contribution to research, innovation and technical support in advancing India’s renewable energy ambitions. He said the initiatives launched would contribute towards building a self-reliant and developed India powered by clean energy.
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