Pahal Solar announces 112 MW solar module order
Author: PPD Team Date: November 7, 2025
Author: PPD Team Date: November 7, 2025
Pahal Solar Private Limited has confirmed an order for 112 MW of 600 Wp NDCR (Non-Domestic Content Requirement) solar modules from a South India-based client. The announcement was made on the opening day of the Renewable Energy India (REI) Expo in October 2025.
The company said the deal reflects growing demand for its high-efficiency products, which include TOPCon (Tunnel Oxide Passivated Contact) bifacial panels made through AI-assisted manufacturing.
Pahal Solar has also begun construction of a 2 GW solar cell plant and a 2 GW aluminum frame facility in Surat, Gujarat, following a bhoomi poojan ceremony in October 2025. The upcoming facilities will integrate AI-driven monitoring and analytics to improve precision, yield, and production speed.
Once operational, the company’s total installed capacity will reach 4.4 GW in the current financial year, marking a major step in its plan to strengthen domestic solar manufacturing capabilities.
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