Inox Solar鈥檚 4.8 GW green plant in Odisha to create 3,400 jobs
09 Apr 2025
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CW Team
In a major stride towards bolstering India鈥檚 renewable energy ambitions, Inox Solar 鈥� a subsidiary of Inox Clean 鈥� has secured 78 acres of land in Dhenkanal, Odisha, to establish a cutting-edge solar cell and module manufacturing facility.
With a total investment of Rs 40 billion, the upcoming plant will have a capacity of 4.8 GW for both solar cells and modules, significantly contributing to the nation鈥檚 clean energy objectives.
The land allocation was approved by the Odisha government鈥檚 High-Level Clearance Authority (HLCA), underlining the state鈥檚 commitment to becoming a national hub for green energy. Beyond environmental advantages, the project is set to generate over 3,400 employment opportunities, driving both economic and sustainable growth in the region.
Devansh Jain, Executive Director of the INOXGFL Group, voiced his optimism, stating: 鈥淭his strategic land allocation enables us to broaden our solar energy footprint, reinforcing our dedication to India鈥檚 clean energy goals.鈥�
The initiative is closely aligned with the vision of Odisha鈥檚 Chief Minister, Mohan Charan Majhi, who advocates for sustainable industrial development and a transition to green energy.
This development not only underscores Inox Solar鈥檚 commitment to renewable energy but also firmly positions Odisha as a front-runner in advancing India鈥檚 green transformation
In a major stride towards bolstering India鈥檚 renewable energy ambitions, Inox Solar 鈥� a subsidiary of Inox Clean 鈥� has secured 78 acres of land in Dhenkanal, Odisha, to establish a cutting-edge solar cell and module manufacturing facility.
With a total investment of Rs 40 billion, the upcoming plant will have a capacity of 4.8 GW for both solar cells and modules, significantly contributing to the nation鈥檚 clean energy objectives.
The land allocation was approved by the Odisha government鈥檚 High-Level Clearance Authority (HLCA), underlining the state鈥檚 commitment to becoming a national hub for green energy. Beyond environmental advantages, the project is set to generate over 3,400 employment opportunities, driving both economic and sustainable growth in the region.
Devansh Jain, Executive Director of the INOXGFL Group, voiced his optimism, stating: 鈥淭his strategic land allocation enables us to broaden our solar energy footprint, reinforcing our dedication to India鈥檚 clean energy goals.鈥�
The initiative is closely aligned with the vision of Odisha鈥檚 Chief Minister, Mohan Charan Majhi, who advocates for sustainable industrial development and a transition to green energy.
This development not only underscores Inox Solar鈥檚 commitment to renewable energy but also firmly positions Odisha as a front-runner in advancing India鈥檚 green transformation
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