Shakti Pumps has secured a major solar pump order from Karnataka Renewable Energy Development Limited (KREDL) for the design, manufacture, supply, transport, installation, testing, and commissioning of 16,780 stand-alone off-grid DC Solar Photovoltaic Water Pumping Systems (SPWPS). The project, awarded under the PM-KUSUM scheme Component-B, is valued at ₹654.03 crore (inclusive of GST) and is expected to be completed before March 31, 2026.
This order marks a significant milestone for Shakti Pumps, reinforcing its position as a leading solar pump player in India’s renewable energy sector. The award comes at a time when the company’s stock faced pressure due to apprehensions over government payment delays, yet this contract demonstrates investor and market confidence in its capabilities. Over the past quarter, Shakti Pumps has secured orders exceeding ₹1,900 crore, reflecting strong momentum in the solar pumping segment.
The project will cover the entire state of Karnataka and focuses on deploying stand-alone off-grid solar pumps, aimed at enhancing water access for irrigation and rural needs while promoting sustainable energy adoption. The comprehensive scope ensures that Shakti Pumps will manage every aspect, from system design to commissioning and testing, ensuring operational efficiency and long-term reliability.
Previous Solar Pump Initiatives in Karnataka
Shakti Pumps’ order builds on prior efforts under the PM-KUSUM Component-B scheme. In 2025, Gujarat-based Advait Energy Transitions secured an off-grid solar order for 40,000 pumps in Karnataka. That project included the design and deployment of a web-based portal and mobile app, integration with SCADA systems, cloud services, payment and SMS gateways, and five years of operations and maintenance. Such initiatives highlight Karnataka’s ongoing push for off-grid solar solutions to strengthen rural irrigation and sustainable agriculture.
The award underscores the growing importance of renewable energy solutions in India’s water and agriculture sectors. By deploying thousands of off-grid solar pumps, Karnataka aims to reduce dependence on conventional electricity, cut operational costs, and improve water accessibility for farmers.
With this project, Shakti Pumps consolidates its role as a key enabler of India’s solar irrigation mission, aligning with national objectives of sustainable energy adoption and rural empowerment under PM-KUSUM.
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