Freyr Energy, a rooftop solar solutions provider, has nearly doubled its solar installation capacity in Bhopal in 2026 compared with the previous year, reflecting a significant uptick in residential solar adoption in Madhya Pradesh’s capital. The company’s cumulative solar capacity in the city has increased from 460 kW in 2025 to 895 kW in 2026, driven by a combination of rising electricity costs, government subsidies, easy financing options, and growing awareness among homeowners.
As of the first quarter of 2026, Freyr Energy has helped 229 homes in Bhopal switch to rooftop solar. This shows that clean energy solutions are becoming more popular in urban residential markets. According to the company, this growth is due to a strong demand response backed by zero-collateral loan programs and subsidies from both the state and central governments.
Government Support and Financing Driving Growth
The Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE) currently offers attractive subsidies for residential rooftop solar installations under its existing policy framework. Homeowners can get ₹60,000 from the government for 2 kW systems and ₹78,000 for systems between 3 kW and 10 kW. By lowering the initial costs, this makes solar systems much more affordable for a larger number of people.
Freyr Energy’s local experience center in Bhopal has been very important in teaching people about the long-term benefits of solar power and making the installation process and financial incentives less mysterious. Also, the company’s own mobile app and end-to-end service model, which includes installation and support after installation, have made customers more likely to trust the company and made it easier for them to get help.
Industry Perspective and Future Outlook
Radhika Choudhary, Co-Founder and Director of Freyr Energy, highlighted the city’s dynamic market response: “Bhopal is one of our most dynamic markets and the number of solar installations confirm this. This milestone reflects the change on ground and establishes that solar is no longer an option for few, it has become a go-to energy solution among residents especially in Tier 2 and 3 cities. What is particularly encouraging is that nearly last year’s entire installation was attained in the first three months of 2026. With every household transitioning to solar, we are one step closer to reaching India’s solar energy goal of 500GW by 2030.”
Freyr Energy’s total rooftop solar capacity in Madhya Pradesh has grown from 2.9 MW in 2025 to 6.5 MW now. This helps the state reach its renewable energy goals and fits with the overall goals of the Madhya Pradesh Renewable Energy Policy 2025.
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