Crompton Greaves Secures Largest-Ever Solar Pump Order in India

Strategic Insights -

Crompton Greaves Consumer Electricals Ltd., a trusted leader in India's pumps industry, has achieved a significant milestone in its green energy journey by securing its largest-ever order in the solar water pump segment from the Maharashtra Energy Development Agency (MEDA) valued at over Rs. 101 crore. The company will design, manufacture, supply, transport, install, test, and commission 4,500 Off-grid Solar Photovoltaic Water Pumping Systems (SPWPS) across Maharashtra under the PM-KUSUM scheme. This landmark order underscores Crompton's ongoing commitment to providing sustainable irrigation solutions that empower farmers across India.

Key Takeaways:

  • Crompton Greaves Consumer Electricals Ltd. has secured its largest-ever order in the solar water pump segment from the Maharashtra Energy Development Agency (MEDA) valued at over Rs. 101 crore.
  • The company will design, manufacture, supply, transport, install, test, and commission 4,500 Off-grid Solar Photovoltaic Water Pumping Systems (SPWPS) across Maharashtra under the PM-KUSUM scheme.
  • This significant order marks a milestone in Crompton's green energy journey, underscoring the company's commitment to providing sustainable irrigation solutions for farmers across India.
  • Crompton's advanced solar-powered DC submersible pumps are engineered for durability, high performance, and ease of use, specifically designed to address water access challenges in off-grid and rural regions.
  • The company will leverage its trained field personnel, local district support teams, and robust after-sales service network to ensure seamless implementation and operational excellence throughout the project's lifecycle.
  • This initiative aligns directly with national objectives to facilitate farmers' transition from conventional energy sources to renewable solar energy, delivering both economic savings and environmental benefits.
  • The order comes amid rapid growth in India's submersible water pump market, driven by increasing demand in agriculture, rural water supply, and off-grid applications.
  • Solar-powered submersible pumps are becoming vital in regions with irregular rainfall and limited grid power, enabling consistent and sustainable irrigation.
  • Mr. Rajat Chopra, Business Head - Home Electricals & Pumps at Crompton Greaves Consumer Electricals Ltd., commented on the order, emphasizing the company's commitment to delivering reliable and high-performance pumping solutions tailored to the needs of farmers across India.
  • Crompton actively participated in the tender process across four key states - Haryana, Maharashtra, Rajasthan, and Madhya Pradesh.

Statistics:

  • Rs. 101 crore (exclusive of GST) - value of the Letter of Award (LoA) from MEDA for 4,500 SPWPS.
  • 4,500 - number of Off-grid Solar Photovoltaic Water Pumping Systems (SPWPS) to be installed across Maharashtra under the PM-KUSUM scheme.
  • 85 years - brand legacy of Crompton Greaves Consumer Electricals Ltd.
  • 3 - number of National Energy Consumer Awards (NECA) won by Crompton Greaves Consumer Electricals Ltd. by BEE, Ministry of Power.

Sources:

  • HT Digital Content Services with permission from Newsvoir