On Labour Day 2026, India's electricity prices fell to near zero, largely due to a record solar generation of approximately 57.5 GW. Despite this, solar energy's contribution to actual generation remains limited, accounting for only 13% of the energy mix, as thermal power dominates at 73%. The rapid expansion of solar energy capacity, which has risen to 154 GW since 2014, is not matched by the necessary transmission infrastructure, leading to significant curtailments of renewable energy. The Central Electricity Regulatory Commission is working on measures to enhance transmission capabilities. Additionally, India faces challenges in energy storage, with current battery manufacturing capacity at only 4 GWh, while projections suggest a need for 272 GWh by FY2030. Rooftop solar has seen growth to 23.5 GW, but uneven net metering and subsidized electricity hinder further progress. Without addressing these infrastructure and policy issues, India's solar potential may remain unrealized, despite being the world's third-largest renewable energy market.