The upcoming facility will be located in Khordha district and is expected to create significant employment opportunities while strengthening India’s domestic solar manufacturing ecosystem. Saatvik Green Energy aims to develop a fully integrated plant, covering wafer, cell, and module production, with an initial capacity of 2 GW, scalable in subsequent phases based on market demand and policy support.

According to company officials, the investment aligns with India’s national goal of achieving 500 GW of renewable energy capacity by 2030 and supports the government’s Atmanirbhar Bharat initiative to reduce dependence on imported solar equipment. Odisha, with its growing industrial infrastructure and renewable-friendly policies, is emerging as a strategic hub for clean energy investment.

Saatvik’s new facility will not only boost local manufacturing but also contribute to India’s export potential in solar components. The project’s construction is expected to begin in early 2026, with commercial operations targeted within two years.

This move follows a broader industry trend of accelerating domestic solar manufacturing, driven by production-linked incentives (PLI) and rising global demand for sustainable energy solutions.

Once operational, the plant is expected to play a pivotal role in enhancing India’s solar supply chain resilience and supporting the country’s transition toward a greener, more self-reliant energy future.

Source: PowerLine.com

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According to an exchange filing, Ceigall India bagged the Engineering, Procurement, and Construction (EPC)contract for a large-scale solar power project. The development marks a major step in the company’s push toward sustainable and clean-energy initiatives, aligning with India’s broader renewable energy goals.

Ceigall India, known primarily for its road and highway projects, has been expanding into green energy and power generation segments. The latest project reinforces its strategic shift and positions the company to capture a share of India’s fast-growing solar market, which continues to attract record investments due to supportive government policies and rising corporate demand for clean power.

Market analysts said the order win not only boosts Ceigall’s revenue visibility for the coming quarters but also improves investor sentiment toward the stock. “The project win underscores Ceigall’s execution strength and growing foothold in the renewable energy EPC space,” said one analyst.

With the company now diversifying its portfolio, Ceigall India’s renewable segment could become a key growth driver. The broader solar sector remains buoyed by India’s push to achieve 500 GW of non-fossil fuel capacity by 2030, making Ceigall’s latest milestone a timely and strategic expansion.

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Semiconductor Expansion in India

India’s semiconductor sector is witnessing rapid growth. In August 2025, the government approved four additional projects, raising the total to 10 initiatives worth $18.23 billion. These projects span Odisha, Punjab, Andhra Pradesh, Gujarat, and Assam, focusing on chip fabrication, 3D packaging, compound semiconductors, and outsourced semiconductor assembly and testing (OSAT).

Japan’s role in this expansion is significant. During Modi’s Tokyo visit, Japanese investment commitments were doubled to nearly 10 trillion yen ($68 billion) over the next decade. Partnerships are underway, with Renesas Electronicsadvancing an OSAT facility in Gujarat and Panasonic supplying materials for joint ventures. On September 2, India unveiled its first domestically manufactured semiconductor chip at the SEMICON conference, with commercial readiness expected by the end of 2025. Meanwhile, Tokyo Electron has opened a new development hub in Bengaluru to support joint research and equipment design.

Green Energy Collaboration

The partnership also extends to clean energy, with sectoral working groups aligning on hydrogen production, renewable energy integration, and regulatory standards. The cooperation highlights shared priorities in cutting carbon emissions while opening new avenues for industrial growth and sustainable technology adoption.

Political Context in Japan

Amid speculation over Japanese Prime Minister Ishiba’s possible resignation, questions have arisen about the continuity of commitments. However, analysts note that the partnership is anchored in formal frameworks and multiyear agreements, including the India-Japan Dialogue on Economic Security, ensuring stability beyond leadership changes.

Looking Ahead

By strengthening supply chain resilience in semiconductors and advancing renewable energy initiatives, India and Japan are positioning themselves as key players in Asia’s technology and energy transformation. Despite political uncertainties, the institutional depth of the relationship suggests the cooperation will remain on track, shaping the future of the Indo-Pacific economy.

Source: www.indianarrative.com

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During the inauguration, PM Modi emphasized the strategic importance of renewable energy in addressing climate change and reducing dependence on conventional fossil fuels. He highlighted how large-scale solar projects like this not only contribute to India’s energy security but also strengthen the country’s position in the global renewable energy landscape.

The Avaada Group’s project employs state-of-the-art solar technology designed to maximize energy efficiency and long-term sustainability. The plant is expected to generate a significant volume of clean electricity annually, supplying power to thousands of households and industries, thereby reducing carbon emissions substantially.

Beyond energy generation, the project promises substantial socio-economic benefits. Officials noted that it will create local employment opportunities during both the construction and operational phases. Furthermore, the initiative is intended to empower surrounding communities through skill development programs and infrastructure support, fostering regional development in tandem with India’s clean energy goals.

The inauguration ceremony also highlighted the collaborative nature of the project, with government agencies and private sector stakeholders working together to implement cutting-edge solar technology. The project aligns closely with India’s broader climate and sustainability objectives, including the ambitious targets for net-zero emissions by 2070.

Experts have called the 280 MW solar plant a “benchmark project” in renewable energy deployment, demonstrating how private investments can complement national policies to achieve large-scale sustainability outcomes. The facility is expected to serve as a model for future solar initiatives, showcasing how technology, community engagement, and government support can converge to create impactful green energy solutions.

With this project, Gujarat continues to reinforce its reputation as a hub for renewable energy development, attracting further investments in solar, wind, and other green energy technologies. The Avaada solar power plant stands as a significant step in India’s journey toward a cleaner, more sustainable energy future.

Source: Energetica India

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The new investment will accelerate projects in solar rooftops, hybrid power systems, battery energy storage (BESS), and genset-based solutions, offering industries and commercial users cost-efficient and sustainable energy options.

With this strategy, Jakson is positioning itself to reach $1 billion in revenue by 2030, tapping into the rising demand for decentralized and reliable energy systems. The group highlighted that distributed energy will play a key role in supporting India’s net-zero ambitions, ensuring resilient power supply alongside conventional energy sources.

For stakeholders in the oil, gas, and bitumen industries, this development signals a broader transformation in India’s energy mix, where conventional fuels continue to be critical but are increasingly complemented by renewable and distributed energy technologies.

Jakson’s bold investment reinforces its long-term vision of innovation, sustainability, and leadership in India’s evolving energy landscape.

Source: energy.economictimes.indiatimes.com

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India’s Goods and Services Tax (GST) Council, the joint forum of the Centre and States, has reduced the GST rate on renewable energy components from 12% to 5%.

Taking effect from 22 September, 2025, the components include solar power equipment, solar cookers and lamps, windmills and generators, waste-to-energy systems, biogas plants and tidal or wave energy installations.

At the same time, the GST on coal and lignite will see a steep increase from 5% to 18%, reflecting the government’s push to make renewable energy more cost-effective and competitive, while discouraging fossil fuel use.

According to an official notification from the Central Board of Indirect Taxes and Customs, the GST revision aims to “promote renewable energy goods in the country” and reduce India’s dependence on imported solar modules, particularly from China.

Calling it a landmark judgement, Sameer Gupta, chairman of independent power producer (IPP) Jakson Group, told PV Tech: “The tax reduction on renewable energy equipment – including solar cells, silicon wafers, photovoltaic modules, windmills and biogas plants marks a critically important step in advancing India’s clean energy transition.”

“This move will lower input costs for project development and module manufacturing, strengthen the economic viability of renewable projects and make solar power more affordable for households, businesses and farmers across the country,” he added.

Despite international pressures, particularly from the US levying 50% tariffs on India along with investigations into antidumping (AD) and countervailing duties (CVD), India surpassed the 100GW milestone of cumulative installed capacity, becoming the fourth-largest global market for PV installations.

In August, the domestic solar module manufacturing capacity of the country soared to over 100GW, up from just 2.3GW in 2014.

While India has made notable progress in solar module manufacturing, the country continues to rely on imported upstream components. The new GST rules aim to create a competitive market, attracting investment and fostering a strong ‘Made in India’ solar supply chain.

A ‘clear signal’ to support self-reliance

The move has been welcomed by the industry as a positive step for boosting domestic production and supporting the country’s renewable energy ambitions to achieve the renewable energy target of 500GW by 2030.

“The GST cut gives a clear signal in support of ‘Atmanirbhar Bharat’ (the government of India’s initiative towards self-reliance), encouraging investment in solar cell and module production,” said Gyanesh Chaudhary, managing director of Indian solar PV module manufacturer Vikram Solar. 

According to Chaudhary, “the move is equally significant for non-lithium-ion batteries, as India increases its renewable energy generation, building scalable, long-duration energy storage solutions is critical for grid stability and round-the-clock power.” 

Gautam Mohanka, director Indian solar manufacturer Gautam Solar, added: “At a time when India and the world are facing extreme weather events, rising temperatures, and erratic climate patterns, the need to decarbonise our energy systems is urgent.

“By reducing this financial barrier, the government is making solar power more affordable and enabling faster adoption, which will directly help cut carbon emissions and reduce dependence on fossil fuels.” 

Reference : https://www.pv-tech.org/india-cuts-gst-on-renewable-energy-components-from-12-to-5/?utm_

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India’s clean electricity sources are also on track to provide a third of its utility electricity for the first time over the next month or so, thanks to record combined output from renewables, hydro and nuclear assets, data from Ember shows.

The steep build in home-grown clean electricity comes just as India faces unprecedented scrutiny over its energy import practices, particularly its heavy reliance on sanctioned Russian oil that has triggered stiff new tariffs from the United States.

India also faces pressure to boost imports of U.S. LNG as a means to reduce its trade deficit with the United States, but has steadily reduced its reliance on gas for power as clean energy output has increased.

Continued growth in clean generation – alongside rising homemade production of clean energy tech such as solar panels and battery systems – may help India limit its reliance on foreign-sourced fossil fuels while continuing to expand its overall energy generation.

NEW PEAK

Over the first half of 2025, India’s utilities generated a record 236 terawatt hours (TWh) of clean electricity, data from Ember shows.

That total is 20% more than during the same months in 2024, and allowed utilities to curb generation from fossil fuels by 4% from the year before to around 691 TWh.

A 29% jump in wind generation (to 47.2 TWh) and a 25% rise in solar generation (to 85 TWh) were the main drivers of the advance in clean electricity supplies.

Record output from India’s nuclear fleet – to 29 TWh – and a 14% year-over-year climb in output from hydro dams also helped lift the overall clean supply total.

On the fossil fuel side of the generation ledger, coal-fired electricity supplies dropped by 3% from the year before to 675 TWh, while gas-fired electricity output shrank by 34% to 13.75 TWh.

SEASONAL SWAY

The collective upswing in multiple clean generation sources is leading to clean power grabbing a record share of India’s generation mix, which will likely exceed 30% for the months of July, August and September.

The average clean generation share through the opening half of 2025 was 25%, compared to an average of 21% for the same months in 2024.

In June, clean power sources accounted for 31% of the overall generation mix, which was the highest reading on record for that month and meant the share from fossil fuel sources dropped below 70% for the first time.

Data on India’s generation during July and August has yet to be released, but clean power sources are likely to have secured even larger shares of the overall mix during that period as wind and hydropower output tends to hit annual peaks around then.

Over the first half of 2025, total clean generation from all sources was around 24% more than average generation levels from India’s clean generation assets during the same months from 2022 to 2024.

If wind and hydro production rise as expected during July, August and September, total clean electricity production in India will smash previous records this year and may set the stage for even steeper cuts to fossil fuel generation going forward.

Given the fast pace of electricity demand growth in India, utilities are likely to continue adding coal-fired generation capacity to the generation system to ensure that overall electricity supplies keep up with consumption.

But with solar and wind capacity expected to continue growing at a faster pace, the share of fossil fuels within India’s overall generation mix may be close to peaking, which would mark a major milestone for India’s fast-growing energy system.

An established peak in the share of fossil fuels in electricity generation could then trigger a potential decline in fossil fuel imports and use, and reduce the pressure on India to succumb to international pressure on oil and gas import trends.

Reference : https://www.reuters.com/markets/commodities/india-cuts-fossil-electricity-output-clean-generation-hits-new-peak-2025-09-02/?utm_

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Currently, Rajasthan’s own renewable energy plants have a cumulative capacity of 15,400MW, including solar, wind, and biomass sources, against the fossil-fuel-based capacity of 12,000MW. Since these renewable energy projects produce about 20% of the plant capacity, their share in the state’s consumption is around 18%.

However, Sharma said that the focus has now shifted to managing the renewable energy, instead of generation, which was the case until recently. Solar being an infirm power (or which is generated during the day), managing grid stability has become a challenge.

“We have a long line of investors registered with the department to set up generation plants. But we do not have enough transmission capacity to evacuate them. Developing the infrastructure requires large-scale investments,” said Sharma.

Lack of evacuation infrastructure is not the only problem.

Sharma said it is equally important to ensure grid stability, which depends on many factors for managing the load.

He said battery storage is one of the important pieces of load management, and the department has started the process to set up 3,000 MW capacity of projects. “With plans for another 2,000MW battery storage projects in the pipeline, we will have 5,000 MW capacity in the near future.”

Explaining the challenges of solar and wind power, he said that much of the capacity is now concentrated in Rajasthan and Gujarat. “Unless we have infrastructure to wheel out power to buyers in other states, the price of power produced in these locations will face volatility, posing risks for investor appetite,” he added.

Reference : https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/city/jaipur/raj-now-has-over-50-of-power-from-solar-wind-sources/articleshow/123572175.cms?utm_

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The state also aims to solarise all govt buildings by Dec 31, without availing any central financial assistance (CFA). To achieve this, 4,523 govt buildings have been surveyed, identifying a cumulative solar potential of 122 MW.

The roadmap was unveiled during the State-Level Coordination Committee (SLCC) meeting chaired by chief secretary Anurag Rastogi, where senior officers presented the scheme’s progress and outlined strategies for faster rollout. “Haryana is not only promoting solar energy, we are ensuring it reaches the doorstep of every household, especially in rural areas,” said Rastogi.

To make the switch to solar financially viable, the govt is offering dual subsidies: CFA by the ministry of new and renewable energy, which is directly transferred to consumer bank accounts within 15 days of installation approval, and state financial assistance (SFA) for 1 lakh Antyodaya families, provided on a first-come-first-serve basis.

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“No procedural laxity will be tolerated. Districts must adopt a timeline-bound approach and ensure coordinated execution at every level,” Fadnavis, also energy minister, said during a high-level review in Mumbai. The meeting, held to address land availability and ancillary concerns for the solar feeder rollout, was attended by revenue minister Chandrashekhar Bawankule, renewable energy minister Atul Save, minister of state for energy Meghana Bordikar, chief secretary Rajesh Kumar, and top officials from energy, finance, and forest departments.

Fadnavis underscored the need for seamless cooperation between local authorities and private players executing projects on both govt and private land. He urged District collectors to expedite no-objection certificates, land leasing, removal of encroachments, and remeasurement for timely approvals. “Obstacles faced by developers should be resolved on priority,” he said.

Responding to recurring issues, Fadnavis instructed police to act swiftly in cases of theft from solar project sites.

He also directed that care be taken in densely populated areas, and that permissions for power lines crossing forest zones be granted without delay.
“Guidelines related to trees must be strictly followed. Forest department must issue clearances on time, including for adjacent private lands,” he added.

Fadnavis’ push comes amid growing emphasis on decentralised renewable energy infrastructure for rural power stability. District task forces have been told to closely monitor project progress.

Among those attending were additional chief secretaries OP Gupta (finance) and Milind Mhaiskar (forest), secretary Shrikar Pardeshi, and heads of MahaTransco, MahaGenco, and the state’s energy development agency. All district collectors and zilla parishad CEOs joined via video conferencing.

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