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Maharashtra State Electricity Distribution Company Limited

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Renewed government initiatives are driving substantial demand for solar water pumping systems in Maharashtra. Maharashtra State Electricity Distribution Company Limited (MSEDCL) has awarded contracts totaling over ₹900 crore to several companies, including GK Energy, Oswal Pumps, Shakti Pumps, and Crompton Greaves, for the supply and installation of tens of thousands of solar pumps under various schemes like Magel Tyala Saur Krushi Pump Yojana and PM-KUSUM. This surge in orders reflects the state’s commitment to promoting renewable energy and supporting agricultural communities, potentially benefiting manufacturers and installers in the solar energy sector while reducing reliance on traditional power sources. Krishanveer Forge's recent commissioning of a 1MWp solar plant further underscores the growing adoption of solar power within the region.