Kurnool Gets 600 MW Solar Boost as SAEL Expands Renewable Footprint

In a significant boost to India’s clean energy ambitions, SAEL Industries has commissioned a 600 MW solar power plant in Kurnool, marking a major addition to the country’s rapidly expanding renewable energy capacity. The large-scale project, spread across 2,400 acres , has been developed through its subsidiaries SAEL Solar MHP 1 Private Limited and SAEL Solar MHP 2 Private Limited and is designed to supply power directly to the national grid, strengthening the region’s energy infrastructure while supporting rising electricity demand.

The plant stands out for its use of over 1.2 million TOPCon bifacial modules , an advanced technology that enables power generation from both sides of the panels, significantly improving efficiency and overall output. These modules were manufactured in Punjab and Rajasthan , reflecting a strong push toward domestic manufacturing and reinforcing India’s focus on energy security . The environmental impact is equally notable, with the project expected to reduce nearly 1.1 million tonnes of carbon emissions annually , contributing meaningfully to the country’s decarbonisation goals .

From a financial standpoint, the project is backed by a 25-year Power Purchase Agreement with the Solar Energy Corporation of India, ensuring long-term revenue stability and boosting investor confidence . Despite challenges posed by harsh climate and difficult terrain, CEO Laxit Awla stated that the project was completed on schedule through careful planning and execution, highlighting the company’s growing operational strength.

The Kurnool project follows SAEL’s earlier 1 GW solar development in Gujarat and takes its total installed capacity beyond 2.5 GW , underlining its rapid growth in the renewable sector. As India works toward its ambitious 500 GW renewable target by 2030 , projects of this scale are expected to play a critical role, not only in clean power generation but also in driving local employment and strengthening the broader energy ecosystem.