Indian company INA Solar has signed a letter of intent with SC Exact Equipment, a China-based firm, to establish a 3 GW turnkey solar cell manufacturing line in Narmadapuram, Madhya Pradesh. This agreement marks a significant step in expanding India’s solar manufacturing capacity.

The Narmadapuram facility is planned to include 4 GW of solar module production, 3 GW of solar cell manufacturing, and 54,000 metric tons of aluminum frame production. INA Solar has secured land possession for the project. Construction is scheduled to begin in the first quarter of fiscal year 2026, with the 3 GW solar cell line expected to start operations by the first half of fiscal 2027.

INA Solar’s managing director, Anil Gupta, emphasized the project’s importance: “This collaboration with SC Exact Equipment will strengthen our manufacturing capabilities and support India’s renewable energy goals.” The facility aims to meet growing domestic and international demand for solar products.

Currently, INA Solar produces mono passivated emitter and rear cell (PERC) and tunnel oxide passivated contact (TOPCon) n-type modules at its 950 MW facility in Rajasthan. Additionally, the company is developing a 3 GW solar module production line in Jaipur, expected to be operational within four to six weeks from June 2025. These expansions position INA Solar as a key player in India’s solar industry.

The Narmadapuram project aligns with India’s focus on enhancing renewable energy infrastructure. By integrating advanced manufacturing technology from SC Exact Equipment, INA Solar aims to deliver high-efficiency solar cells and modules, contributing to sustainable energy solutions.

by pv magazine