<h1>Government to partner private firms for commercial production of advanced solar cells achieving 29.8% efficiency breakthrough</h1> The government plans to engage private firms for commercial production of low-cost Silicon-Perovskite Tandem Solar Cells developed at an Indian technology institute. A startup has achieved 29.8% conversion efficiency with these cells, potentially reaching over 30% efficiency compared to conventional solar panels. The renewable energy minister described this as a national milestone and game-changer for India's solar future. The government has invested over Rs 200 crore in the research center over 15 years and is now developing policies to support private sector participation in commercial production of these advanced solar cells.