Avaada Group, a diversified energy conglomerate, officially announced the inauguration of its 280 MW solar power project at Surendranagar, Gujarat, by Prime Minister Narendra Modi. Developed under the Gujarat State Solar Policy, the project spans over 1,170 acres in the villages of Tavi and Varsani in Surendranagar district and has been implemented with a total investment of INR 1,500 crore. It is equipped with Avaada Electro’s ALMM-certified, make-in-India TOPCon n-type bifacial solar PV modules.
The electricity generated will be supplied to Gujarat Urja Vikas Nigam Ltd (GUVNL), contributing to the state’s renewable energy mix and ensuring cleaner and more affordable power for the region’s citizens, particularly farmers.
Avaada Group
Prime Minister Modi also laid the foundation stone for Avaada’s 100 MW solar power project in Vadodara district. Spread across 350 acres and with a planned investment of INR 400 crore, the project is being implemented by Avaada GJ Solar and is expected to be commissioned by April 2026.
Speaking on the occasion, Vineet Mittal, chairman of Avaada Group, said, “At Avaada, our mission goes beyond generating energy—it is about contributing to India’s growth story and empowering communities. The inauguration of [our 280 MW project at Surendranagar] by the Hon’ble Prime Minister is a proud moment for us and reinforces our commitment to delivering clean, affordable, and sustainable energy solutions to every Indian.”
The 280 MW Surendranagar project is expected to significantly enhance energy access and agricultural productivity in the region by providing reliable, daytime power for irrigation. This will reduce farmers’ dependence on nighttime power supply, which is often affected by load shedding, and will improve operational efficiency. The project also plays a crucial role in grid stabilization, reducing the subsidy burden on the state and cutting reliance on costlier conventional power sources during peak demand hours.
From an environmental perspective, the Surendranagar project is expected to offset around 595,857 tons of CO₂ emissions annually and conserve around 112 lakh liters of water per year using robotic module cleaning systems, thereby minimizing the project’s ecological footprint.
Avaada has initiated several CSR programs as part of the project, including free tuition classes for local students, establishment of computer labs, cybersecurity awareness workshops, healthcare camps, and skill development initiatives aimed at empowering women in the region.
The upcoming 100 MW Vadodara project is expected to offset around 212,806 tons of CO₂ emissions annually and will conserve nearly 40 lakh liters of water every year through the deployment of advanced robotic module cleaning technology — a step forward in integrating sustainability at all levels of project execution.
Avaada Group has a robust portfolio covering renewable power generation, solar PV manufacturing, green hydrogen and derivatives, green data centers, battery storage, and pumped hydro projects.
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