Ground-level implementation issues, last-mile problems, netmetre-related concerns and inadequate finance options are all leading to a slower-than-projected growth in the solar rooftop segment in the country.
This is in spite of the Central government’s stated objective of promoting the rooftop segment across domestic, commercial, and industrial sectors.
While problems vary from one State to another, vendors seek a broad regulatory framework that could brighten the horizon.
Interactions with various players show that though the sector holds huge promise, they want State governments to address concerns to pave way for accelerated growth.
