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India Curtailed 8,133 GWh Solar Power in Q1 to ‘Maintain Grid Security’: Centre Informs Parliament

Transmission bottlenecks and slower grid expansion forced operators to back down solar output as peak demand hit a record 270 GW, the ministry said.

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India curtailed 8,133 GWh of solar power in Q1 2024 to ensure grid security, citing transmission capacity issues.

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India curtails 8,133 GWh of solar power as grid struggles to absorb excess daytime supply

The curtailment occurred despite there being few instances of shortages during daytime peak hours, underlining the key role solar power plays in meeting daytime demand.

·Noida, India
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India Curtailed 8,133 GWh Solar Power in Q1 to ‘Maintain Grid Security’: Centre Informs Parliament

India curtailed 8,133 GWh of solar power in Q1 2024 to ensure grid security, citing transmission capacity issues.

·Chennai, India
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The Hindu broke the news in Chennai, India on Tuesday, July 28, 2026.
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