Mumbai, April 02, 2025: Swaraj Tractors, a division of the Mahindra Group has announced its collaboration with Mahindra Susten, the Group's clean-tech arm, to establish Punjab’s largest solar group captive project—a 26 MW solar energy installation in Bathinda district. This ambitious venture is a significant step forward towards scaling up Swaraj Tractors renewable energy share to up to 50 per cent.
The solar energy
project developed by Mahindra Susten, will supply clean energy to four Swaraj
Tractor manufacturing facilities located in Mohali and Dera Bassi. The project is
expected to generate approximately 60 million kWh of renewable energy annually,
contributing to the abatement of around 54,600 tonnes of CO2 emissions.
The initiative
reinforces Mahindra Group dedication to sustainability and climate action,
while setting a new benchmark for green energy adoption in tractor
manufacturing.
Commenting on
the significance of this project, Hemant Sikka, President, Farm Equipment
Sector, Mahindra & Mahindra Ltd stated, “With this groundbreaking
solar project, we are taking a pioneering step in introducing green energy at
such a large scale in tractor manufacturing for the first time in India. The
initiative aligns perfectly with our vision of Transforming Farming and Enriching
Lives, while advancing toward a sustainable future.”
Echoing this
sentiment, Gaganjot Singh, CEO, Swaraj Division, Mahindra & Mahindra
Ltd., remarked, "This solar project is a testament to our
unwavering commitment to creating a cleaner, greener future. By leveraging
Mahindra Susten’s expertise, we are confident of achieving our renewable energy
goals and making a significant contribution to Punjab's evolving energy
landscape."
The project also
marks Mahindra Susten’s entry into another state viz. Punjab, further
strengthening its business footprint as a leading renewable Independent Power
Producer (IPP). Deepak Thakur, Managing Director and CEO, Mahindra Susten
Private Limited, emphasized the importance of this collaboration: "At
Mahindra Susten, our vision is to deliver clean and efficient energy solutions
to the Commercial and Industrial (C&I) sector and we are doing so by
developing bespoke power plants tailored to optimally serve each C&I client
requirements. We are proud to partner with Swaraj Tractors in their
sustainability journey and to bring our renewable energy expertise to Punjab.
Together, we aim to drive the adoption of green energy and contribute to
India’s transition toward a renewable future."
As one of the pioneers
in India to commit to 100% renewable energy adoption, the Mahindra Group
continues to set benchmarks for sustainability and innovation.
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