GREW Solar has submitted an application to the Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE) for the inclusion of its 3.5 GW N-Type TopCon G12R solar photovoltaic cell manufacturing capacity under the Approved List of Models and Manufacturers (ALMM) List-II. The capacity is part of the company’s solar cell manufacturing facility being developed in Narmadapuram, Madhya Pradesh.
The move aligns with India’s ongoing efforts to strengthen domestic manufacturing capabilities across the renewable energy value chain and reduce dependence on imported solar components. With solar deployment accelerating across utility-scale, commercial, industrial and rooftop segments, the development of a robust indigenous cell manufacturing ecosystem is becoming increasingly important for long-term energy security and supply-chain resilience.
Solar cells form the foundation of photovoltaic modules and play a decisive role in determining system efficiency, performance reliability and project economics. As India advances toward its renewable energy ambitions and seeks to establish itself as a global clean energy manufacturing hub, domestic cell production is expected to become a critical enabler of sustainable industry growth.
Commenting on the development, Vinay Thadani, Director and CEO of GREW Solar, said, “India’s renewable energy expansion offers a unique opportunity to create globally competitive manufacturing capabilities alongside large-scale clean energy deployment. The implementation of ALMM List-II is an important milestone in strengthening domestic manufacturing and building a resilient solar ecosystem. Our advanced solar cell manufacturing facility reflects our commitment to supporting the nation’s goals of energy security, technology leadership and industrial self-reliance.”
He added that strengthening domestic cell production will be vital for ensuring a stable and sustainable solar industry while supporting the country’s long-term clean energy objectives.
Industry experts view solar cell manufacturing as a strategic component of an integrated renewable energy supply chain. Increased domestic production can help improve supply reliability, enhance quality standards and strengthen India’s competitiveness in global solar markets.
The ALMM framework has been designed to promote quality assurance, traceability and reliability across the solar sector while encouraging investments in local manufacturing. As policy support and market demand continue to drive sector growth, manufacturing investments are expected to play a pivotal role in creating a self-sustaining renewable energy ecosystem.
GREW Solar continues to expand its manufacturing footprint across the solar value chain. The company currently operates a 6.5 GW solar PV module manufacturing facility in Dudu, Rajasthan, with plans to expand capacity to 11 GW. In parallel, it is establishing an 8 GW solar cell manufacturing facility in Narmadapuram in phased development.
