Swaraj Tractors Commissions 42 MWp Captive Solar Project in Punjab

Key Highlights

• 42 MWp captive solar project commissioned in Bathinda, Punjab.

• Expected to meet around 50% of Swaraj's manufacturing electricity needs.

• Solar plant will generate approximately 61.54 million units annually.

• Project may offset over 42,000 tonnes of CO₂ emissions yearly.

• Robotic solar cleaning system expected to save 1.92 million litres of water annually.

Swaraj Tractors has commissioned a 42 MWp group captive solar project in Bathinda, Punjab, strengthening its efforts to increase the use of renewable energy in its manufacturing operations. Developed by Mahindra Susten, the solar project is expected to meet around 50% of Swaraj Tractors electricity requirements for its manufacturing facilities in Punjab.

Solar Power for Swaraj Tractors Mohali Operations

The Bathinda solar project will supply renewable electricity to Swaraj Tractors manufacturing, assembly and foundry operations in Mohali. Located at Village Teona Pujarian in Talwandi Sabo, Bathinda, the project has been developed across approximately 141 acres.

The remaining capacity of the solar project is proposed to meet the electricity requirements of other Mahindra Group entities in Punjab.

Advanced Solar Technology and Environmental Benefits

The 42 MWp facility uses N-Type TOPCon bifacial solar modules installed on fixed-tilt structures. The plant is expected to generate approximately 61.54 million units of renewable electricity annually and offset more than 42,000 tonnes of carbon dioxide emissions every year.

More than 97% of the project's components have been sourced from India, supporting domestic manufacturing. Semi-automated robotic systems are also planned for cleaning the solar modules, which are expected to save around 1.92 million litres of water annually.

Swaraj Tractors Focuses on Renewable Energy

Gaganjot Singh, Chief Executive Officer, Swaraj Division, said the company is focused on reducing energy consumption and gradually replacing conventional energy sources with renewable power.

Swaraj Tractors' manufacturing plants achieved EP100 certification in 2023 for doubling energy productivity. The company is also working to increase the share of renewable energy in its overall energy mix.

Mahindra Susten Enters Group Captive C&I Power Supply

For Mahindra Susten, the Bathinda project marks its entry into supplying electricity to commercial and industrial customers through the group captive model.

Avinash Rao, Managing Director and CEO of Mahindra Susten, said the project expands the company's business model beyond supplying power to government utilities. Mahindra Susten, the Mahindra Group's renewable energy platform and independent power producer, has a portfolio covering solar, hybrid energy and battery energy storage projects.

Environmental Measures Taken During Development

Environmental and social impact assessments, along with a climate change assessment, were conducted during the project's development. The companies have also introduced measures for waste management, regulated vehicle movement and minimising disturbance to the surrounding ecology.

Also Read: Farmtrac Launches 6055 Classic Dark Edition and Expands PROMAXX 2.0 Tractor Range

CMV360 Says

The commissioning of Swaraj Tractors 42 MWp captive solar project marks an important step towards cleaner manufacturing in Punjab. The Bathinda facility will help meet nearly half of the company's manufacturing electricity needs while reducing carbon emissions and water consumption. With advanced solar technology, high domestic sourcing and environmental safeguards, the project also strengthens Mahindra Susten's presence in the commercial and industrial renewable energy sector.