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Crompton Greaves secures solar pumps order worth Rs 101 crore from MEDA

Crompton  Greaves  secures solar pumps order worth  Rs 101 crore from MEDA

Mumbai, Jun 14 (UNI) Crompton Greaves Consumer Electricals Ltd said that it has secured its largest-ever order in the solar water pump segment.

The company has received a Letter of Award (LoA) from the Maharashtra Energy Development Agency (MEDA) valued at over Rs 101 crore (exclusive of GST) for the design, manufacture, supply, transportation, installation, testing, and commissioning of 4,500 Off-grid Solar Photovoltaic Water Pumping Systems (SPWPS) across Maharashtra under Component B of the PM-KUSUM scheme.

This significant order underscores Crompton's ongoing commitment to providing sustainable irrigation solutions that empower farmers across India. The turnkey project also includes a comprehensive five-year maintenance contract (CMC), ensuring long-term reliability and support for the installed systems.

Crompton's advanced solar-powered DC submersible pumps are engineered for durability, high performance, and ease of use, specifically designed to address water access challenges in off-grid and rural regions. The company will leverage its trained field personnel, local district support teams, and robust after-sales service network to ensure seamless implementation and operational excellence throughout the project's lifecycle.

Rajat Chopra, Business Head - Home Electricals & Pumps at Crompton Greaves Consumer Electricals Ltd., commented, "We are delighted to have received the Letter of Award from MEDA for 4,500 Solar Photovoltaic Water Pumping Systems under the PM-KUSUM scheme. This milestone not only marks our largest solar pump order to date but also reflects our ongoing commitment to delivering reliable and high-performance pumping solutions tailored to the needs of farmers across India. The order reinforces confidence in Crompton's product excellence, long-lasting performance, and robust service network. It further strengthens our position as a trusted partner in driving solar-powered irrigation forward. At Crompton, we remain focused on enabling clean energy access for farmers while ensuring seamless execution backed by quality, innovation, and strong after-sales support."

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