Voice of Industry

Keyur Gajera

Director, Veda Solar

"India's DCR mandate is a bold step for self-reliance, but the gap between module capacity and compliant domestic cell capacity demands honest examination."

Mushtaq Patel

Business Development Head – West & Central Region, SOLAIRE

"The mandate for domestically manufactured solar cells is a milestone in strengthening India's renewable energy ecosystem and achieving Atmanirbhar Bharat."

Pratiik Joshii

Associate Vice President, Novasys Greenergy Ltd.

"The mandatory use of domestic solar cells is a decisive step toward creating a stronger domestic solar ecosystem that will power India's clean energy ambitions."

Team Gronsol

Gronsol Inverter Technology LLP

"The Government of India's decision to mandate domestically manufactured solar cells marks a pivotal step toward building a self-reliant and resilient renewable energy ecosystem."

Vinay Thadani

CEO & Director, GREW Solar

"The ALMM List-II mandate is one of the most investment-positive signals this government has sent to the renewable sector. India is not just installing solar, it is earning the sovereign capability to manufacture it."

Mr. Jaydeep Gajera

CEO, Gronsol Inverter Technology LLP

"Innovation, sustainability, and indigenous manufacturing are not just our goals—they are the foundation of a cleaner, energy-independent India."

Bhupendra Singh Rawat

CEO, Dhash Green Energy Pvt. Ltd.

"This policy is directionally correct and will create long-term value for the country—but the transition needs to be managed carefully."

Chandra Mohan Verma

Founder, Solar Plug Consultants

"The DCR mandate is a landmark reform that strengthens India's journey towards a self-reliant renewable energy sector, though the gap between module and cell capacity needs urgent scale-up."

Raviraj Dandge

Area Sales Manager (Maharashtra), XWATT Energy Pvt. Ltd.

"Making DCR solar panels mandatory for selected projects is a significant milestone that will strengthen domestic manufacturing, reduce import dependence, and support Atmanirbhar Bharat."