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<ArticleTitle>Solar Energy illuminating the path to India__ampersandsignrsquo;s Sustainable Future</ArticleTitle>
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<Abstract>Abstract Solar energy represents a major progressive step toward achieving sustainable development and energy security in India. With a rapidly growing India__ampersandsignrsquo;s population and economy are expanding rapidly, making it extreme difficult to satisfy its energy needs while preserving environment sustainability. As a reliable, sustainable and eco-friendly way to meet India__ampersandsignrsquo;s energy needs, solar energy offers a huge opportunity. This paper examines the significant role of solar energy acting as a key player in attaining India__ampersandsignrsquo;s sustainable development pathway. India is blooming as industrial park in the world with high consumption of energy therefore switching to renewable energy technologies becomes an important concern. India has emerged as a global leader in renewable energy domains through a solar capacity installation of 98 GW by 2024. The primary objective of the study is to assess India__ampersandsignrsquo;s current status, its potential and the challenges and also to comprehend how solar power may contribute to India__ampersandsignrsquo;s energy need and security. This paper analyses India__ampersandsignrsquo;s Solar energy landscape by reviewing national policies and other frameworks. Methodology adopted in this study is qualitative and analytical approach based on review of secondary sources including government reports, policy documents, international energy agency data. Comparative analysis is used to understand the best practices and identify gaps between policy and its implementation. The findings underscore that while India has made significant progress in scaling up solar capacity, challenges related to land availability, financing, domestic manufacturing, policy coherence continues to constrain its full potential. The paper argues that addressing these issues through supportive policy reforms, innovations in technology and effective collaborations are essential for achieving long term sustainable goals. This paper is intended for an audience comprising academicians, policymakers, researchers practioners and professionals involved in renewable energy sectors, offering insights to the researchers and policy formulators to make strategic decisions.</Abstract>
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<Keywords>Energy Security, Environment Security, Climate Change, National Security, Solar Energy, SDG, Climate change mitigation, India</Keywords>
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