India Solar Energy Market Highlights – August 2025

The solar energy industry in India demonstrated impressive momentum in August 2025, driven by high project allocations, record investments, and new applications. Additionally, the contract between KPI Green Energy and Aditya Birla Renewables, as well as the 390 MW solar and 780 MWh BESS project of Reliance Infra, exemplify how integrated renewable assets can be scaled rapidly. Additionally, the INR 80,000 crore (~USD 9,075.44 million) solar and floating solar project commitment by NTPC in Telangana is a testament to the trust in solar and floating solar technology. Furthermore, Andhra Pradesh has regional policy support through state-level approvals. Moreover, pilot innovations, such as the removable solar panels of Banaras Locomotive Works, demonstrate the diversification of the application field beyond utility-scale projects. All these developments are indicators of the maturity and growth of the solar ecosystem in India.

Strategic Investments and Storage Integration Drive India’s Solar Expansion

1. KPI Green Energy's Arm secured a project for a 96 MW solar power component from Aditya Birla Renewables

On August 8, 2025, KPIG Energia, a wholly owned subsidiary of KPI Green Energy, received a Letter of Award (LOA) from Aditya Birla Renewables (ABRL) for a 64 MWac / 96 MWp Solar Balance of System (BOS) Power Plant at Mahua, Gujarat.

The scope of work is designed to cover Design, Engineering, procurement, supply, loading, unloading, transportation, comprehensive insurance arrangement, erection, testing, completion by Schedule Commercial Operation (SCOD), performance acceptance test (PAT), and facility acceptance test (FAT) of the Solar Project.

2. NTPC to Invest INR 80,000 Crore in Renewable Energy Projects in Telangana

NTPC announced that on August 11, 2025, it plans to invest INR 80,000 crore (approximately USD 9,075.44 million) in the renewable energy sector in Telangana, making a significant contribution to the state's green transformation.

The investment will be targeted at solar, wind, and floating solar projects, with a significant portion allocated to floating solar.

NTPC states that Telangana alone has the potential to produce up to 6,700 MW of solar power by installing floating solar systems, making it one of the most promising states to apply this technology. NTPC CMD Gurdeep Singh met with CM A. Revanth Reddy to discuss the proposal, who promised to lend full support to it, which is a great boost to the state's green energy goals.

3. Reliance Infra bagged the NHPC order for a 390 MW solar project, 780 MWhr BESS

On August 19, 2025, NHPC awarded a Letter of Award to Reliance Infrastructure for the construction of a 390 MW solar power plant and a 780 MWhr battery energy storage system (BESS). This new addition makes it the largest integrated Solar + BESS player in India, with the Reliance Group having a clean energy portfolio of more than 3 GWp of solar and 3.5 GWh of BESS capacity. The tariff of the project was one of the most competitive in the industry, at INR 3.13/kWh.

According to the industry estimates, the project has a valuation of INR 4,000 crore (~USD 453.77 million).

4. Andhra Pradesh Cabinet Approved the 250 MW Mylavaram Solar Power Project

On August 22, 2025, the Andhra Pradesh Cabinet, led by Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu, passed a proposal to create a 250 MW solar power project in Mylavaram, Kadapa district.

Andhra Pradesh Solar Power Corporation Private Limited will be the leasing company for the 1,200 acres of government land in the Andhra Pradesh Solar Power project, located in the Vaddirala and Dhodium villages, under Adani Solar Energy AP Eight Pvt Ltd. 

5. Banaras Locomotive Works India inaugurated the first removable solar panel project in Varanasi

On August 23, 2025, Banaras Locomotive Works (BLW) rolled out India’s first Removable Solar Panel in a pilot project at its premises in Varanasi. The move is part of Indian Railways’ move towards a more sustainable and greener transportation system. The 70-metre pilot project features 28 solar panels generating up to 15 kW of electricity. These panels are not only durable and efficient but are also removable, allowing for maintenance and seasonal adaptation. The installation of these panels doesn’t require any land acquisition, as they are installed between the spaces of the tracks.

• GM of Banaras Locomotive Works, Naresh Pal Singh, highlighted how BLW is moving towards energy-efficient practices and that 20% of the energy requirement in BLW is met through solar energy.
• The panels are expected to offer a lifespan of 25 years and will offer convenience in their removal as well as installation.

India’s Solar Sector: Scaling Beyond Capacity to a Full Ecosystem

The August 2025 updates emphasize how the solar sector in India is evolving into an ecosystem of construction, scaling, storage integration, and innovation. The presence of large utility-based investments, specifically by NTPC and Reliance, highlights the competitive cost structure of the market and investor confidence. Furthermore, the approvals of state governments and domestic innovations are indicative of intensifying adoption on various levels, which enhances the overall supply chain and deployment landscape. Additionally, India is on track to achieve its ambitious solar targets, due to competitive tariffs, a diversified range of projects, and clear government support, which consolidates its position as a global renewable energy leader. Therefore, market projections indicate a continued rise, and storage-related projects and technology-based pilots are likely to be the next step.