Pahal Solar to build 2 GW solar cell and frame plant in India
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Pahal Solar says it will produce 2 GW of tunnel-oxide passivated contact (TOPCon) solar cells and 2 GW of aluminum frames at its new facility in Gujarat, India, with full commissioning expected by late 2026.
<p class="p1"><span class="s1">Pahal Solar says it will produce 2 GW of tunnel-oxide passivated contact (TOPCon) solar cells and 2 GW of aluminum frames at its new facility in Gujarat, India, with full commissioning expected by late 2026.</span></p><p><strong>From <a href="https://www.pv-magazine-india.com/2025/10/28/pahal-solar-starts-work-on-2-gw-solar-cell-aluminium-frame-manufacturing-facility-in-gujarat/" rel="noopener" target="_blank">pv magazine India</a></strong></p>
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<p>Pahal Solar has started building a new manufacturing complex in Surat, Gujarat. The facility will house a 2 GW TOPCon solar cell unit and a 2 GW aluminum frame production line. The plant will integrate AI-based precision and analytics systems to improve efficiency, consistency, and product quality.</p>
<p>Currently, Pahal Solar operates 2.4 GW of solar module production and 2 GW of ribbon and busbar manufacturing. The company plans to expand total installed capacity to 4.4 GW within the ongoing financial year.</p>
<p>“This investment not only strengthens our manufacturing capabilities but also demonstrates our long-term confidence in India’s renewable future and our commitment to making the nation a global hub for solar innovation,” said Paresh Shingala, chairman and founder of Pahal Solar.</p>
<p>The 2 GW solar cell and 2 GW aluminum frame units are expected to be fully operational by late 2026.</p>
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