NewzVille Desk
Today is International Sun Day. On the occasion, the Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE) organized the ‘Run for Sun’ Marathon — a tribute to the Saur Shakti that has brought light into millions of homes and lives, and will continue to do so for generations to come.
The event celebrated over 1,50,000 MW of Solar Energy installed capacity and the transformative progress under the PM Surya Ghar: Muft Bijli Yojana (PM-SGMBY), under which 30 lakh solar rooftop installations done with a highest single month 2.7 lakh installations completed in April 2026, with Roof top solar benefitting more than 45 lakh households across the country.
In the context of deepening energy uncertainties in West Asia, India’s renewable energy sector — and solar energy in particular — has turned Atmanirbharata from aspiration into reality. As of March 31st, this year, India’s cumulative solar capacity stands at 150 gigawatts, up from just 2.82 GW in 2014 — a 53-fold increase in twelve years.
The last 50 GW alone was added in just 15 months, the fastest such addition in our history. Around 50% of India’s installed electricity capacity now comes from non-fossil fuel sources — a target achieved well ahead of the 2030 timeline, reinforcing India’s position as a global leader in the clean energy transition.
The ‘Run for Sun’ featured 2 km and 5 km races at the Major Dhyan Chand National Stadium, New Delhi, drawing enthusiastic participation from citizens across all age groups — reflecting the growing public ownership of India’s clean energy mission.
