On Monday, April 6, 2026, Aroma Solar, the renewable energy division of the Karnal-based Aroma Agrotech, officially commenced operations at its 1.2 GW solar module manufacturing facility in Karnal, Haryana.
The launch marks a significant diversification for the agricultural giant, transitioning into high-tech energy infrastructure to support India’s 500 GW non-fossil energy target by 2030.
Technical Specifications: High-Efficiency TOPCon
The facility is focused on N-type TOPCon (Tunnel Oxide Passivated Contact) technology, which is rapidly replacing traditional PERC modules due to superior efficiency and lower degradation rates.
- Power Output: Modules are rated between 620W and 635W.
- Module Efficiency: Achieves a peak efficiency of 23.51%, placing it among the top-tier domestic manufacturers in India.
- Target Market: Specifically engineered for utility-scale solar parks and large-scale commercial installations.
“Industry 4.0” Manufacturing
Aroma Solar has heavily invested in automation to ensure “absolute consistency” across its 1.2 GW annual capacity.
- Robotic Cell Placement: High-speed robotics handle delicate solar cells during the stringing process to prevent micro-cracks.
- AI-Based Quality Control: The plant utilizes Artificial Intelligence (AI) for real-time EL (Electroluminescence) testing and lamination checks, automatically flagging any internal defects invisible to the human eye.
- Standardization: The automated approach is designed to minimize human error and standardize the output for global bankability standards.
Vertical Integration Strategy
Following the successful commissioning of the module line, CEO Mayank Garg indicated that the company is already planning its next phase of backward integration:
- Solar Cell Manufacturing: Evaluating the setup of an N-type cell line to reduce dependence on imported cells.
- Wafer Production: Long-term plans to enter wafer manufacturing to secure the entire value chain within Haryana.
- Supply Chain Alignment: The move aligns with the Indian government’s ALMM (Approved List of Models and Manufacturers) mandate, which prioritizes domestically produced modules for government-backed projects.
“India’s solar sector is entering a phase where quality is the core. By combining the precision of artificial intelligence with the critical oversight of human expertise, we ensure absolute consistency in every module.” — Mayank Garg, CEO, Aroma Solar.