Image: H&H Aluminium
India-based H&H Aluminium has officially inaugurated a new aluminum solar panel frame manufacturing facility in Chibhda, Gujarat. With an annual production capacity of 24,000 metric tons, the company says it is now home to the largest dedicated solar frame plant in the country, capable of supporting up to 6 GW of solar installations per year.
The facility was inaugurated by C.R. Patil, Union Minister of Jal Shakti, Government of India. H&H Aluminium invested approximately INR 1.5 billion (US$17.5 million) in the project. Trial production began in June 2025, with full commercial operations expected to commence within a month.
“This will be India’s largest and most advanced solar panel aluminum frame plant at a single location, and we were able to complete it in a record time of about one year,” said Uttam Patel, Director at H&H Aluminium. “Currently, India imports 90% to 95% of its aluminum solar panel frames. With this facility, we are taking a significant step towards advancing the ‘Make in India’ initiative and strengthening domestic solar manufacturing.”
The facility launch comes in the wake of India’s recent trade protection measures. On September 29, 2024, the Indian government imposed an anti-dumping duty on imports of anodized aluminum frames for solar panels and modules from China. The duty, ranging from $403 to $577 per metric ton (roughly 14%), applies to both named and unnamed Chinese exporters and will remain in effect for five years.
According to H&H Aluminium Director Vijay Kaneria, the timing of the facility is well-aligned with India’s clean energy goals.
“India has achieved a historic milestone of 100 GW solar power capacity in 2025. With the government targeting 500 GW of total renewable energy capacity by 2030, including around 280 GW from solar, there is tremendous growth potential for the solar and allied industries over the next decade.”
The new facility is expected to contribute significantly to India’s clean energy supply chain resilience, reduce import dependence, and boost the competitiveness of local solar module manufacturers.
