Ahmedabad, Gujarat, has just welcomed India’s largest and most advanced solar panel frame manufacturing plant. The plant, owned by H. N. H. Aluminium Private Limited, is located in Chibhda village near Rajkot. With an annual capacity of 24,000 metric tons, it can support the installation of 6 gigawatts of solar energy in India.
The inauguration took place on July 4, 2025, officiated by the Honorable Union Minister of Jal Shakti, C. R. Patil. The event was attended by senior government officials, the leadership team of H. N. H. Aluminium, and other esteemed guests.
Investment in the plant amounts to approximately ₹1.5 billion, spread over an area of 28,000 square meters. The trial production commenced in June 2025, with commercial production expected to start within a month. Once fully operational, the plant is projected to generate annual sales between ₹7 billion and ₹7.5 billion. It is also set to create over 300 job opportunities.
According to Utham Patel, a director at H. N. H. Aluminium, “This will be India’s largest and most advanced solar panel aluminium frame plant, and we have successfully established it in a record time of about a year. We are thankful to the state government and all related departments for their support. Currently, India imports 90-95% of its aluminium solar panel frames. This plant will support the Make in India initiative and promote local manufacturing in the solar energy sector. We expect to start commercial production in the next month.”
Vijay Kaneriya, another director, emphasized the growing importance of solar energy in India. He noted, “India is set to achieve a historic milestone of 100 GW solar energy capacity by 2025. Furthermore, the government has set an ambitious target of 500 GW of renewable energy capacity by 2030, with a significant portion expected to come from solar energy. This presents a huge opportunity for the solar energy and related industries in the next 5-10 years.”
On September 29, 2024, the Indian government imposed anti-dumping duties on the import of anodized aluminium frames for solar panels/modules from China for five years. This led to duties ranging from $403 to $577 per metric ton, equivalent to 14%. This move is aimed at protecting the local industry.
Established with a vision to advance the renewable energy sector, H. N. H. Aluminium provides premium quality aluminium solar frames. Their products adhere to international standards for strength, weather resistance, and longevity. The Rajkot plant features a SCADA and IoT-enabled production line for real-time monitoring and quality control, along with a fully equipped lab for product customisation and in-house R&D. The aluminium frames are compliant with RoHS and REACH standards, free from hazardous substances, and 100% recyclable, aligning with environmentally friendly energy initiatives.
The launch of this plant marks a significant step in bolstering India’s solar energy capabilities. As the demand for solar power increases, initiatives like this will help India move closer to its renewable energy goals. The collaboration of industry leaders, government support, and innovative technology presents a promising future for solar energy in the country. With this new facility, India aims to reduce its dependency on imports and enhance its position as a leader in renewable energy production.
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