GREW Solar In the Fast lane

In a landscape where many have tried to ride India’s solar wave, few have managed to stand out in the country’s quality-driven renewable energy market. GREW Solar, the solar manufacturing arm of the Gujarat-based Chiripal Group, is one of those rare names that has quickly made its mark. Barely three years since it entered the solar manufacturing business, the company has emerged as one of India’s fastest-scaling solar players—blending strong manufacturing capabilities with global ambition.

Backed by the diversified Chiripal Group, GREW Solar began its journey in Dudu, Rajasthan, with a clear vision: to build a self-reliant solar manufacturing ecosystem rooted in technology, scale, and sustainability. What began with a 1.2 GW module line has now expanded into a 3 GW facility, and the company is gearing up to scale that further to 11 GW—making Dudu one of India’s largest integrated module manufacturing hubs.

Fueling the Next Leap

The company is now preparing for its next phase of expansion—venturing into solar cell manufacturing to achieve full backward integration. GREW has earmarked Narmadapuram in Madhya Pradesh for a 3 GW solar cell facility, which will form part of the state’s first renewable equipment manufacturing park. This capacity is expected to expand to 8 GW by 2026, taking GREW’s combined capacity in modules and cells to nearly 19 GW within two years. GREW is also one of the winners of the PLI scheme for solar manufacturing, which will see it focus on further backward integration into wafers and ingots. 

“Madhya Pradesh offers a strong industrial ecosystem, with ready access to infrastructure, power, and water,” said CEO Vinay Thadani. “The state’s proactive policy environment made it an ideal choice for our next phase of growth.”

Investor Confidence and Strategic Capital

GREW Solar’s growth trajectory has drawn strong investor interest as well, with the company finding takers for a ₹300 crore funding round led by market veterans Vijay Kedia and Rohit Kothari of GeeCee Holdings. The fresh capital will be channelled into product innovation, technology upgrades, and capacity expansion.

“I invest in companies built on integrity, vision, and execution strength,” said Kedia. “GREW Solar embodies these values and is well-positioned to ride India’s renewable energy wave. It has the potential to create long-term value for investors while advancing India’s leadership in clean energy.”

From Denim to Solar: The Chiripal Legacy

GREW Solar draws its DNA from the Chiripal Group, one of India’s largest textile conglomerates and a leading denim producer. With over five decades of expertise in large-scale manufacturing—spanning textiles, poly films, and education—the group brought the same focus on process excellence and vertical integration to solar manufacturing.

“When the group diversifies, we don’t just enter a new business—we go deep,” Thadani said. “We wanted to reduce dependence on imports, especially from China, and contribute meaningfully to India’s domestic solar ecosystem.”

A Rapidly Expanding Footprint

In just 18 months, GREW commissioned 2.8 GW of module capacity at Dudu, completed in two phases of 1.2 GW and 1.6 GW. The plant’s strategic location near western India’s solar hubs and the group’s manufacturing base in Rajasthan has helped GREW build strong linkages with both domestic and export markets. The Dudu facility is powered by advanced automation, in-house R&D, and stringent quality testing—designed to meet international standards.

Marking Its Global Debut

GREW Solar made its global presence felt at RE+ 2025, North America’s largest clean energy trade show, where it unveiled its new generation of high-efficiency PV modules designed for the U.S. market.

The highlight was the ALL-BLACK Series, crafted for the U.S. residential rooftop segment—combining sleek aesthetics with proven durability under harsh weather conditions. The modules carry a 25-year warranty, reflecting GREW’s confidence in their long-term reliability.

Also launched was the G2G M10 TOPCon Series, delivering up to 590 Wp for commercial and industrial (C&I) customers seeking high performance and efficiency. All GREW modules are UFLPA-compliant and undergo over 25 in-house IEC tests, from hail impact to mechanical load, ensuring compliance with global standards and smooth entry into regulated markets like the U.S.

Riding India’s Manufacturing Momentum

India’s solar manufacturing industry crossed a major milestone in 2025, surpassing 100 GW of total module capacity—a moment Thadani calls “historic.”
“India reaching 100 GW is a defining achievement, and GREW Solar is proud to be part of that journey,” he said. “With our next-generation modules launched in the U.S., we are showing that India can not only achieve scale but also set global benchmarks in quality and sustainability.”

Thadani credited the government’s strong policy push—through PLI incentives, tariff protection, and infrastructure support—for creating an environment where manufacturers can thrive. “When the government’s intent is clear, lenders and equity investors follow,” he added.

The Road Ahead

With expansion and capital in place, GREW Solar’s roadmap focuses on strengthening AI-powered manufacturing, deepening R&D, and widening its export footprint. The company will showcase its full product line at Renewable Energy India (REI) 2025, reaffirming its ambition to be a global player rooted in Indian innovation.

“Our goal is simple,” Thadani said. “To build one of the world’s most trusted solar manufacturing ecosystems—driven by technology, powered by scale, and capable of lighting up the world’s clean energy future.”