Union Minister Pralhad Joshi Launches India’s First AI-Powered Solar Manufacturing Line in Gujarat

Union Minister of New and Renewable Energy Pralhad Joshi (left) with Founder and Managing Director of Goldi Solar Capt. Ishver Dholakiya at the launch of the company’s manufacturing line at Kosamba, Surat

Surat, March 3, 2025: Union Minister of New and Renewable Energy Pralhad Joshi has launched India’s first AI-powered solar manufacturing line at Goldi Solar’s facility in Kosamba, Surat, Gujarat. This landmark achievement marks a major leap in India’s renewable energy sector, integrating cutting-edge AI-driven processes to revolutionize solar PV module production. The AI-powered facility enhances precision, scalability, and efficiency, redefining solar manufacturing and strengthening India’s transition toward a Net Zero future.

The AI-powered facility, with an impressive 14 GW planned production capacity, integrates several industry-first innovations designed to redefine solar manufacturing. These include high-speed stringers leveraging AI-driven automation to achieve a remarkable production capacity of 10,000 cells per hour, ensuring consistency and precision, minimizing errors, and reducing material wastage. The facility also features AI-powered AOI (Automated Optical Inspection) systems for real-time quality control, using computer vision to detect and eliminate defects at a microscopic level.

The facility further incorporates a fully integrated pre-lamination section with an auto EVA laying robot, which optimizes the placement of encapsulation layers with minimal human intervention, reducing inconsistencies compared to traditional manual processes. Additionally, it includes AI-powered 3-Display EL and visual (front and back) inspection systems.

Advanced automation is further demonstrated through a 3-stage auto laminator with double-side heating (electric and oil-based) that enhances panel strength and longevity, an auto ICB elevate-lifting system with Teflon removal to optimize efficiency, and an inline double-layer HI POT tester to ensure superior insulation and electrical safety. Additionally, the facility incorporates an intelligent 8-bin auto sorting system for precise module classification, leveraging AI for real-time adjustments, and a state-of-the-art MES system for live module monitoring and tracking.

During the launch, Union Minister of New and Renewable Energy Pralhad Joshi said, “Under the leadership of PM Narendra Modi, India is making rapid strides towards achieving energy self-sufficiency and sustainability. His vision for a ‘Viksit Bharat’ includes a strong push for renewable energy. Companies like Goldi Solar are playing a crucial role in realizing this goal by driving India’s clean energy transformation. I toured the plant and inspected their AI-powered quality control, high-speed stringers, and robots. Happy to see Indian companies leading the charge in the global clean energy landscape, which aligns with PM Modi’s ‘Make in India’ vision. With an impressive 14 GW planned manufacturing capacity and plans to begin cell manufacturing soon, Goldi Solar is strengthening India’s renewable energy ecosystem.”

Capt. Ishver Dholakiya, Founder and Managing Director of Goldi Solar, commented on the milestone, saying “Goldi Solar is proud to be the first solar company in India to integrate Artificial Intelligence into PV module manufacturing. With the rise of AI, ‘Made in India’ and ‘Make in India’ are poised to thrive as exports grow and production quality improves. Our planned 14 GW advanced facility is a testament to our vision of a net-zero India and reflects our unwavering commitment to innovation, sustainability, and excellence. This milestone is not just a win for us, but for India’s future as a leader in renewable energy.”

Goldi Solar’s AI-powered approach aligns with India’s ambitious clean energy goals, contributing to job creation, improved health outcomes, and a more affordable, secure energy future. By leveraging cutting-edge automation, the company is making solar panels more cost-effective and accessible to a larger consumer base.