Surya International Enterprise will shortly make a big splash in Odisha’s renewable energy industry. The company, on March 29, 2025, planned to invest Rs 80 crore in the production of solar modules and energy storage batteries in the state. It’s a daring step to increase clean energy production. This is what is happening and why it matters.
A Rs 80 Crore Investment
Odisha’s Surya International will invest Rs 80 crore-about $9.6 million-in a new manufacturing facility to make solar modules and solar products, as well as energy storage batteries. This all fits with India’s efforts at renewable energy and indigenous production. The EPCM firm already operates in clean water and renewables, and this is the next logical step.
Why Odisha?
Odisha is turning into a green energy hub. Its policy support and sunny weather attract investors. Surya International’s new facility will complement the state’s nascent solar cluster. Other industry groups are funding investments here too. Hindalco Industries is investing Rs 294 crore in a 60 MW captive solar power plant in Odisha, employing 90 people, says pv magazine India. In the biofuel space, Bharat Petroleum Corp. Ltd is planning to invest Rs 200 crore in a compressed biogas and organic manure facility.
- Solar Modules: Home and commercial business solar panels made by Surya.
- Energy Storage: Batteries to save power from sunshine to use during sunlight-less hours.
- Job Creation: New opportunities likely for the Odisha economy.
- Clean Energy Push: Sees India to 500 GW non-fossil fuel capacity by 2030.
Challenges to Watch
Producing solar technology is no cakewalk. It may be bogged down by supply chain disruptions, such as procuring raw materials. Competitors are fierce too, and other companies want a piece of Odisha as well. Yet, Surya’s advantage lies in having experience with the renewable space. The ISO 9001 and 14001 certifications of its company, reported on its own website, prove its adherence to quality and sustainability standards.
The Bigger Picture
Odisha is also witnessing a renewable energy boom. Reliance Bio Energy is constructing two plants—one in each at Sonepur and Sambalpur—each with an investment of Rs 121.21 crore, according to pv magazine India. The two newly sanctioned projects are a testimony to the state’s popularity.
A Step Towards Sustainability
Surya International’s action is not business—it’s universal. Solar power harnesses sunlight to generate electricity, reducing fossil fuels. By producing modules and batteries in Odisha, Surya is making India green.
This investment is a silver lining for Odisha. With Rs 80 crore on offer, Surya International is powering the state’s renewable future—one solar panel at a time.
