Avaada Butibori plant is India's 1st to make 720Wp solar modules
Nagpur: Avaada Electro, which is building a solar power equipment plant at Butibori, has claimed to be the first to manufacture large-sized 720 Watt peak (Wp) TOPcon solar modules in the country.
The plant at Butibori near Nagpur is expected to emerge as the country's largest solar modules and cells manufacturing facility. Avaada's projects in the state entail an investment of Rs13,000 crore, most of which is for the Butibori plant.
The company has now begun manufacturing 720Wp modules at Butibori. It is currently importing the cells, which are a key component for making modules, from China. However, there are plans to operationalise the cell-making unit also by October.
This will enable fully indigenous manufacturing of solar modules, doing away with dependence on China, said company officials.
Even China started making 720Wp capacity modules less than a year ago. Avaada is expected to be second globally after China, said a source. Avaada Electro had performed the groundbreaking ceremony for its Butibori plant last October.
Modules are the equipment that generate solar power.
by Taboola
by Taboola
Sponsored Links
Sponsored Links
Promoted Links
Promoted Links
You May Like
5 Books Warren Buffett Wants You to Read In 2025
Blinkist: Warren Buffett's Reading List
Undo
They are made of numerous solar cells. So far, modules made in India have smaller 182x183mm M10 cells which can generate 595Wp solar power. Avaada has begun manufacturing modules made of 220x220mm G12 cells. The modules have the capacity to generate as much as 720Wp power, explained a company official.
The manufacturing of the first phase with a capacity of 1.5 gigawatts (GW) has started at Butibori . By July, the full capacity of making modules with a combined capacity of 7GW is expected to be reached.
Modules made through the G12 cells can generate more solar power in less area due to the cell's size. Solar module installations occupy a sizeable area, said the source. Similarly, the company has also commercially launched the 630Wp solar modules.
The Butibori plant has also been included in the ministry of renewable energy's (MRE) approved list of models and manufacturers (ALMM). This will ensure Avaada's eligibility for taking part in the govt tenders.
The Butibori unit has already started supplying solar panels for the state govt's Mukhya Mantri Saur Krishi Vahini Yojana -- the state govt project for supplying solar power to farmers.
According to company chairman Vineet Mittal with ALMM accreditation of the Butibori plant and the launch of 720Wp and 630Wp cells, the company hopes to achieve a major revolution in the sector.
With Butibori emerging as a prime destination for solar energy equipment makers, Avaada is the first to start production. Other companies like Jindal Group and Waaree Energies also have similar plans for Nagpur.
Hashtags
Try Our AI Features
Explore what Daily8 AI can do for you:
Comments
No comments yet...
Related Articles
Time of India
20 minutes ago
- Time of India
PayNearby plans to add 5 lakh retailers in 2 years, hire 300-400 people by March 2026
Branchless banking and digital network PayNearby on Thursday said it plans to expand its national footprint by adding 5 lakh retailers over the next two years. The company also plans to hire an additional 300 to 400 team members by March 2026 to support the next phase of growth, PayNearby Founder , MD and CEO, Anand Kumar Bajaj said. The fintech firm employs more than 850 people as of March 31, 2025. Play Video Play Skip Backward Skip Forward Unmute Current Time 0:00 / Duration 30:33 Loaded : 1.96% 00:00 Stream Type LIVE Seek to live, currently behind live LIVE Remaining Time - 30:33 1x Playback Rate Chapters Chapters Descriptions descriptions off , selected Captions captions settings , opens captions settings dialog captions off , selected Audio Track default , selected Picture-in-Picture Fullscreen This is a modal window. Beginning of dialog window. Escape will cancel and close the window. Text Color White Black Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Opacity Opaque Semi-Transparent Text Background Color Black White Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Opacity Opaque Semi-Transparent Transparent Caption Area Background Color Black White Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Opacity Transparent Semi-Transparent Opaque Font Size 50% 75% 100% 125% 150% 175% 200% 300% 400% Text Edge Style None Raised Depressed Uniform Drop shadow Font Family Proportional Sans-Serif Monospace Sans-Serif Proportional Serif Monospace Serif Casual Script Small Caps Reset restore all settings to the default values Done Close Modal Dialog End of dialog window. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Dhoni's Exclusive Home Interior Choice? HomeLane Get Quote Undo "The company is focusing on strengthening platform capabilities, expanding reach, and accelerating UPI-led adoption aimed at onboarding 500 million users across India," Bajaj said. PayNearby plans to further expand its national footprint by adding 5 lakh retailers over the next two years, the official said. Live Events "Our growth plan remains centred on expanding our reach and impact across Bharat. In our next phase, we aim to become the third-largest UPI player in the country," Bajaj said. On financial performance, he said the company has recorded 12 consecutive quarters of profitability, underscoring a sustained period of strong performance. In FY25, the company reported an EBITDA of Rs 17 crore, with profit momentum accelerating in the last four quarters, he added. PayNearby has lined up an investment of USD 50-60 million over the next three years through internal accruals to scale its offerings and deepen its market presence. "We aim to onboard the next 500 million citizens through our distribution-as-a-service (DaaS) model. This will be achieved by deepening our presence in semi-urban and rural markets and scaling our UPI offering to the last mile," he added. PayNearby operates on a B2B2C model and partners with neighbourhood retail stores to enable them with tools to provide digital and financial services to local communities. It claims to have a network of 13 lakh retailers.
Time of India
35 minutes ago
- Time of India
India has witnessed unprecedented digital revolution in past 11 years: JP Nadda
Union Minister and Bhartiya Janata Party (BJP) President JP Nadda on Thursday highlighted India's "unprecedented" digital revolution in the last 11 years, adding that the transformation has bridged the digital divide and ensured that technology reaches every citizen. In a post on X, Nadda said that governance is more transparent and efficient under Prime Minister Narendra Modi. "Over the past 11 years, India has witnessed an unprecedented digital revolution under the visionary leadership of Hon'ble Prime Minister Shri @narendramodi ji. This transformation has not only connected millions but also bridged the digital divide, ensuring that technology reaches every citizen," Nadda said. Play Video Pause Skip Backward Skip Forward Unmute Current Time 0:00 / Duration 0:00 Loaded : 0% 0:00 Stream Type LIVE Seek to live, currently behind live LIVE Remaining Time - 0:00 1x Playback Rate Chapters Chapters Descriptions descriptions off , selected Captions captions settings , opens captions settings dialog captions off , selected Audio Track Picture-in-Picture Fullscreen This is a modal window. Beginning of dialog window. Escape will cancel and close the window. Text Color White Black Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Opacity Opaque Semi-Transparent Text Background Color Black White Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Opacity Opaque Semi-Transparent Transparent Caption Area Background Color Black White Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Opacity Transparent Semi-Transparent Opaque Font Size 50% 75% 100% 125% 150% 175% 200% 300% 400% Text Edge Style None Raised Depressed Uniform Drop shadow Font Family Proportional Sans-Serif Monospace Sans-Serif Proportional Serif Monospace Serif Casual Script Small Caps Reset restore all settings to the default values Done Close Modal Dialog End of dialog window. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like So sicherst du dir bessere Chancen bei der Wohnungssuche! ImmoScout24 Mehr erfahren Undo — JPNadda (@JPNadda) "Today, governance is more transparent and efficient than ever before. Major government schemes are integrated with real-time digital dashboards, promoting transparency and delivering direct benefits to citizens," he added. Live Events He mentioned that central schemes such as UPI, DigiLocker, Ayushman Bharat Digital Mission, U-WIN, CoWIN and e-Sanjeevhave empowered millions. "Innovations like UPI, DigiLocker, Ayushman Bharat Digital Mission, U-WIN, CoWIN and e-Sanjeevani are not just digital platforms; they have empowered millions. "Let's celebrate this Digital India journey as it paves the way towards a Viksit Bharat @2047," he said on X. Earlier in the day, Prime Minister Narendra Modi hailed India's digital and technological progress, stating that the country is making remarkable progress in the innovation and application of technology. The Prime Minister highlighted that the digital progress is also strengthening the country's efforts towards becoming self-reliant in the technology sector. Taking to his X social media platform, PM Modi shared a post by MyGovIndia, which talks about how India could become the next technology powerhouse of the world and the steps taken by the Union Government in the past 11 years in the sector. "Powered by the youth of India, we are making remarkable progress in the innovation and application of technology. "It is also strengthening our efforts to become self-reliant and a global tech powerhouse," PM Modi said. India has recorded a surge of 2500 times in the volume of UPI transactions, with data showing that UPI transactions, which were at 0.93 crore in April 2017 increased to 1867.70 crore by April 2025. India is also leading the digital payment revolution , wherein more than Rs 260 lakh crore transactions have been processed with Rs 18,600 crore transactions annually. UPI's acceptance in the world has also increased and it is live in seven countries, including the UAE, Singapore, Nepal, France, Mauritius, Bhutan and Sri Lanka. India also stands as the world's cheapest mobile data provider, with more than 94 crore broadband connections and more than 120 crore telephone subscribers. A total of 2.18 lakh gram panchayats have been connected through optical fibre networks under the Bharat Net scheme and 6.92 lakh km of fibre cable has been laid. The Union Government has also showcased interest in Artificial Intelligence with three AI Centres of Excellence to be set up in top educational institutions. India is also working on the development of AI models such as BharatGen, Sarvam-1, Chitralekha and Hanooman's Everest 1.0. On June 10, Prime Minister Modi shared an article on the government's commitment to advancing India's digital connectivity over the past 11 years.
Time of India
an hour ago
- Time of India
Skoda India's ‘25 expansion roadmap: More dealerships, new launches & more
Skoda India's '25 expansion roadmap. Skoda Auto India has unveiled its growth strategy for 2025, laying out plans that span new product launches, dealership expansion, and enhanced customer services. As the brand celebrates 130 years globally and marks 25 years in India, it is gearing up to make 2025 its biggest year yet in the country. Here's a quick look at the company's expansion roadmap for the year. Skoda India's expansion roadmap: Key details As a major and important part of its expansion plans, the company aims to strengthen its presence beyond the metro cities by venturing into tier-II and tier-III markets. The carmaker currently operates in over 165 cities and plans to be present in more than 200 by the end of the year. The number of customer touchpoints is also set to grow - from 290 today to 350 by the end of 2025, up from 120 in 2021. Skoda Kylaq Real World Review Things To Know Before Buying | TOI Auto by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Memperdagangkan CFD Emas dengan salah satu spread terendah? IC Markets Mendaftar Undo Besides the existing portfolio which includes the likes of the Kushaq, Kodiaq, and latest Kylaq SUVs, the company is now looking to further strengthen its sedan portfolio with an upcoming global model - likely to be the Octavia RS. Skoda Auto India is also pushing ahead on alternate business channels. This includes boosting its certified pre-owned car business and focusing on segments like fleet sales, rural outreach, and government contracts. Furthermore, Skoda is working on making ownership simpler and more reassuring. For instance, Skoda Supercare now comes standard across all models, allowing customers to defer routine service costs until the second year or 30,000 km. In addition, there are comprehensive warranty options and service plans aimed at reducing the cost of ownership and increasing peace of mind.
