Tata Power to Set Up India’s Largest 10 GW Solar Ingot and Wafer Manufacturing Facility in Andhra Pradesh

Jan 2026 : In a landmark move for India’s solar and semiconductor manufacturing sector, Tata Power Renewable Energy Limited (TPREL) will establish a 10 GW greenfield ingot and wafer manufacturing facility in Nellore, Andhra Pradesh, with an investment of ₹6,675 crore. Once operational, the facility will be the largest of its kind in the country, bolstering Andhra Pradesh’s standing as a premier hub for advanced solar manufacturing.

The project has received approval from the State Investment Promotion Board (SIPB), chaired by Chief Minister Chandrababu Naidu. The facility will be developed within the IFFCO Kisan Special Economic Zone, where the state government has allocated 200 acres, with 120 acres for the initial phase and 80 acres reserved for future expansion.

The ingots and wafers produced at the facility will serve as critical inputs for solar cells, modules, and semiconductor applications, aligning with the Government of India’s initiative to strengthen domestic manufacturing and reduce reliance on imports for strategic components.

The facility is expected to generate around 1,000 direct jobs, alongside substantial indirect employment opportunities during construction and allied activities. In line with TPREL’s commitment to sustainable energy, the company will also establish a 200 MW captive green power plant to supply renewable energy to the facility, ensuring eco-friendly operations.

Several factors made Nellore an attractive investment destination, including ready-to-use industrial land, robust infrastructure, port connectivity, and assured access to green power. The region is rapidly emerging as a solar manufacturing cluster, with multiple leading renewable energy companies planning or executing large-scale projects in the area.

Welcoming the announcement, IT and Electronics Minister Nara Lokesh said,
“Andhra Pradesh is proud to host yet another landmark investment from the Tata Group. This project reflects confidence in our state’s policy stability, infrastructure readiness, and commitment to clean energy manufacturing. It will create high-quality jobs, strengthen the solar manufacturing ecosystem, and support India’s energy transition.”

This project represents TPREL’s first manufacturing investment in Andhra Pradesh under its broader renewable energy expansion strategy and reinforces the state’s reputation as one of India’s most investor-friendly destinations.

The Government of Andhra Pradesh remains focused on facilitating world-class manufacturing through rapid approvals, plug-and-play infrastructure, and a pro-industry policy framework, positioning the state at the forefront of India’s renewable energy and advanced manufacturing ambitions.

Team Maverick.