Shree Cement commissions 20 MWp solar plant in Uttar Pradesh
Author: PPD Team Date: October 29, 2025
Author: PPD Team Date: October 29, 2025
Shree Cement Ltd has commissioned a 20 MWp solar power plant in Chitrakoot district, Uttar Pradesh, to supply renewable electricity to its Etah grinding unit.
Phase 1 has achieved commercial operation after verification by the Uttar Pradesh State Load Dispatch Centre, while Phase 2 is expected to be commissioned by the end of Q4 FY2025–26. Power is supplied through the Wheeling and Banking route.
The project provides 30–40 daily jobs for the local community and will offset about 22,000 tonnes of CO₂ annually once fully operational.
With this addition, Shree Cement’s total installed solar capacity has reached 313.5 MWp across India.
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