Nellore, January 8:
Tata Power Renewable Energy Limited has announced a major investment of ₹6,675 crore to establish a 10 gigawatt ingot and wafer manufacturing facility in Nellore district, marking one of the largest clean-energy manufacturing investments in Andhra Pradesh. The proposed facility is expected to play a crucial role in strengthening India’s solar manufacturing ecosystem by supporting domestic production of critical components used in solar modules. State officials said the project aligns with Andhra Pradesh’s vision of becoming a renewable energy and advanced manufacturing hub.
The project is expected to generate significant direct and indirect employment opportunities while attracting ancillary industries to the region. Industry experts noted that the facility would reduce import dependence and enhance supply-chain resilience in the solar sector. The state government has assured full support in terms of infrastructure, land allocation, and policy facilitation, highlighting the investment as a major boost to industrial growth and sustainable development in Andhra Pradesh.
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