In an interview with Renewable Watch, Gautam Mohanka, Director, Gautam Solar Private Limited, discussed the key achievements of the company over the past year and its expansion plans. He also highlighted the major technology trends in India’s solar space and shared his take on the government’s recent domestic manufacturing policies. Excerpts…
What have been the key achievements of the company over the past year?
Gautam Solar marked a major milestone this year with the commencement of operations at its new state-of-the-art Bhiwani facility. This has taken our module manufacturing capacity to a robust 5 GW. Equipped with next-generation automation and modern quality systems, the Bhiwani facility significantly enhances production scale, efficiency and the ability to meet rising market demand. Beyond this expansion, Gautam Solar achieved several key advancements across technology, quality and customer value. The company enhanced its manufacturing capabilities with upgraded automated lines and advanced equipment, improving throughput and overall process reliability.
It launched next-generation G12 R high-wattage modules, including the 630-640Wp G12 R series, adding to a strong portfolio designed for better energy yield and lower levellised cost of electricity. Quality standards were further strengthened through improved testing infrastructure, refined quality assurance practices and advanced stringing and bussing technologies. The year also saw deeper original equipment manufacturer collaborations, an expanded customer base across the utility, commercial and industrial, and rooftop markets, and continued commitment to sustainable, energy efficient manufacturing practices.
What are the key technology trends in the Indian PV manufacturing space?
The Indian PV manufacturing landscape is undergoing a major technological shift, driven by the industry’s focus on higher efficiencies, improved reliability and deeper domestic integration. The most prominent trend is the transition to advanced technologies such as TOPCon modules. At the same time, manufacturers are moving rapidly towards more advanced technologies, such as the G12 R rectangular variants, which enable higher power outputs without significantly altering existing production lines.
Bifacial modules, multi-busbar designs and improved cell interconnection techniques are also becoming mainstream, helping boost real-world energy yields and long-term durability. In parallel, India is witnessing a strong push towards backward integration across ingot, wafer, cell and module production, encouraged by policies like production-linked incentives and the Approved List of Models and Manufacturers (ALMM). Together, these advancements are positioning India’s solar PV manufacturing ecosystem for greater self-reliance, competitiveness and global scale.
What are the company’s expansion plans?
Gautam Solar has outlined an ambitious expansion roadmap that will significantly scale its manufacturing footprint over the next few years. The company is set to commission a 5 GW solar cell manufacturing plant in Gwalior, Madhya Pradesh, in 2026, marking a major step towards deeper vertical integration and stronger control over product quality and costs. Looking ahead, the company plans to establish a fully integrated solar cell, module and associated product manufacturing facility in Narmadapuram, Madhya Pradesh, by 2030, which will further enhance production efficiency, reduce dependence on imports and support long-term competitiveness in both domestic and global markets.
