India’s solar open access market recorded 55% quarter-over-quarter growth in the first quarter (Q1) of 2026, adding 2.7 GW, supported by favorable regulatory developments, proactive state-level policies, growing consumer awareness, and improved project execution across key markets. According to Mercom’s recently released Q1 2026 India Solar Open Access Market Report, installations could have been significantly higher if not for regulatory changes in states such as Maharashtra, grid constraints, and supply-side bottlenecks.