Archive · 8 Jan 2026
Tata Power Invests ₹6,675 Crore in AP Solar Facility
Tata Power is building a big factory in Andhra Pradesh to make parts for solar panels and semiconductors.
This factory will be the largest of its kind in India and will cost a lot of money (₹6,675 crore).
The factory will be built on 200 acres of land and will create many jobs.
Tata Power will also build a green power plant to supply clean energy to the factory.
The government of Andhra Pradesh is happy about this investment because it will help the state become a leader in making solar energy products and create jobs for people.
Some people are concerned about the environmental impact of such large projects.
Tata Power Renewable Energy Ltd (TPREL) will invest ₹6,675 crore to set up a 10 GW ingot and wafer manufacturing facility in Nellore, Andhra Pradesh.
The project is the largest of its kind in India and will be developed at the IFFCO Kisan Special Economic Zone on 200 acres of land.
The facility will produce critical inputs for solar cells, modules, and semiconductor applications, aligning with India's push for domestic manufacturing.
The project is expected to generate around 1,000 direct jobs and significant indirect employment during construction and allied activities.
TPREL will also establish a 200 MW captive green power plant to supply renewable energy to the facility.
- Who
- Tata Power Renewable Energy Ltd (TPREL)
- What
- Setting up a 10 GW ingot and wafer manufacturing facility
- When
- Project cleared by the State Investment Promotion Board (SIPB)
- Where
- Nellore, Andhra Pradesh, India
- Why
- To strengthen domestic manufacturing, reduce import dependence, and create jobs
Government and Investors
Environmentalists
Economic Benefits
Government and Investors
The investment will create jobs, boost the economy, and strengthen India's solar manufacturing ecosystem.
Environmentalists
The environmental impact of such large-scale industrial projects needs careful consideration.
- Investment Amount
- ₹6,675 crore
- Project Location
- Nellore, Andhra Pradesh
- Project Capacity
- 10 GW ingot and wafer manufacturing
- Land Area
- 200 acres (120 acres for initial phase, 80 acres for expansion)
- Employment
- 1,000 direct jobs, significant indirect employment
- Green Power Plant
- 200 MW captive green power plant
- Special Economic Zone
- IFFCO Kisan Special Economic Zone
- Key Enablers
- Ready-to-use industrial land, robust infrastructure, port connectivity, assured green power access
Sources
Tata Power to set up Rs 6,675 cr 10 GW ingot & wafer manufacturing facility in AP
Tata Power Renewable Energy To Invest ₹6,675 Crore In Andhra Pradesh
Tata Power to set up Rs 6,675 cr ingot & wafer manufacturing facility in AP
Tata Power Renewable to invest Rs 6,675 crore in 10 GW solar ingot, wafer plant in Andhra Pradesh
Lokesh Hails Tata Power Project as Vote of Confidence in AP
