Panasonic Life Solutions India on Monday said it recorded 50 per cent Y-O-Y growth in residential air conditioner sales during the 2026 summer season. It said this was its highest-ever summer sales in India. “The strong performance was driven by robust consumer demand across metro as well as Tier II and Tier III markets, supported by increasing preference for premium inverter air conditioners, connected cooling solutions and energy-efficient technologies,” it said in a statement.The Japanese company said it remains focused on strengthening its air conditioning business in India, reinforcing the country’s growing importance in the company’s global air conditioning strategy.Hirokazu Kamoda, Managing Director, Panasonic HVAC and CC India, Panasonic Life Solutions India, said, “India remains one of our most strategic growth markets globally, and recording this growth is a testament to the trust that Indian consumers have placed in our air conditioning solutions. As consumer demand for smart and energy-efficient cooling solutions continues to grow, we will continue to strengthen our manufacturing capabilities and expand our portfolio with innovations that are designed for the evolving needs of Indian consumers.”Earlier this year, Panasonic expanded its residential air conditioner portfolio with 57 new models, which it said received encouraging response from consumers across metro and emerging markets.Published on July 20, 2026