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AP Government and Suzlon break ground for 1,325 MW wind projects in Ananthapuramu; unlock 10,500 crores investment and create 1,600 green jobs

Landmark partnership with the Government of Andhra Pradesh; 10,500 crores investment, 1,600 green jobs, and four production lines at the Ananthapuramu blade facility

AP Government and Suzlon break ground for 1,325 MW wind projects in Ananthapuramu
KEY HIGHLIGHTS
  • AP Government and Suzlon break ground for 1,325 MW wind projects in Ananthapuramu; unlock 10,500 crores investment and create 1,600 green jobs
  • Landmark partnership with the Government of Andhra Pradesh to accelerate renewable energy deployment at scale
  • Suzlon has catalyzed approximately 15,500 crore of investment in the State and is executing around 1,600 MW of wind projects
  • Suzlon is now operating with four production lines in Ananthapuramu blade facility with added capacity, growing green jobs to 1,200
  • Suzlon is powering India’s largest green-skilling programme, training 12,000 young people, including 3,000 women

25th August 2026, Andhra Pradesh: Suzlon Group, a leading wind-first renewable energy solutions provider, today marked a major milestone in its two-decade partnership with Andhra Pradesh by breaking ground on 1,325 MW of wind energy projects in the Ananthapuramu region. The projects are expected to attract 10,500 crores in investment and generate 1,600 direct and indirect jobs, further contributing to the State’s vision of Viksit Andhra Pradesh. Suzlon is now operating with four production lines in Ananthapuramu blade facility with added capacity.

The groundbreaking ceremony was graced by Shri Nara Lokesh, Hon’ble Minister of HRD, IT, Electronics & Communications, and RTG, Government of Andhra Pradesh, and Shri Girish Tanti, Co-Founder of Suzlon Group, along with senior members of the State Government, industry leaders, and Suzlon’s customers.

For over two decades, Suzlon has been a key partner in building Andhra Pradesh’s renewable energy economy — from advanced manufacturing and project development to jobs and green skills. Suzlon has catalysed approximately 15,500 crore of investment in the State and is executing around 1,600 MW of wind projects. Its state-of-the-art Ananthapuramu blade manufacturing facility, with an annual capacity of 1,260 MW, supports over 1,200 direct and indirect green jobs. Beyond manufacturing, Suzlon is powering India’s largest green-skilling programme, training 12,000 young people, including 3,000 women, through skill development labs in Uravakonda and Vijayawada.

Shri Nara Lokesh, Hon’ble Minister for IT, Electronics & Communications, HRD & RTG, Andhra Pradesh, said, "Andhra Pradesh is committed to building a world-class clean energy ecosystem that can power the State’s next phase of industrial and economic growth. The groundbreaking of 1,325 MW of wind energy projects by Suzlon is another important milestone in this journey, reflecting the growing confidence of leading renewable energy companies in Andhra Pradesh’s progressive policies and investment ecosystem. Long-standing partnerships such as this will be critical to accelerating renewable energy development, creating jobs, attracting investments, and positioning Andhra Pradesh as a leading clean-energy hub for India."

Girish Tanti, Vice Chairman & Co-Founder, Suzlon Group, said, "Suzlon is proud to be Andhra Pradesh’s largest wind energy partner, with a partnership spanning over two decades, and we see an even bigger opportunity ahead. The groundbreaking of 1,325 MW marks a new chapter in this partnership, strengthening the State’s clean-energy capacity, catalysing investments and supporting faster industrial growth. As Andhra Pradesh evolves from a renewable-energy-rich state into a leading renewable-energy economy, Suzlon is committed to being a long-term partner to power this transition."

Ajay Kapur, CEO, Suzlon Group, said, "Andhra Pradesh’s growing position as a hub for industry, technology and AI is creating a new dimension to its energy needs. As data centres and new industries scale, the State will need clean power that is not only abundant, but also reliable and available when it is needed. The future of renewable energy will be integrated renewable-energy solutions, and our upcoming projects will be in this direction."

About Suzlon Group

At Suzlon Group, we believe energy enables human progress, and the new world of energy will be powered by Good Energies That Work. With revenues of USD 1.75+ billion for FY26 and market capitalization of USD 8.0+ billion as of June 30, 2026, we are constantly advancing the good energies that make the new world work by building clean, dependable, intelligent, integrated, and affordable energy ecosystems for a rapidly electrifying world. With ~22+ GW of wind energy capacity installed across 17 countries and a diverse portfolio of renewable energy businesses, Suzlon today is a wind-first full-stack renewable energy solutions conglomerate with businesses spanning across RE Technology (Wind+Solar+Storage), RE Development Company, RE Projects and RE Asset Management. For over three decades, Suzlon has partnered with leading PSUs, IPPs, and C&I businesses as a lifetime renewable energy partner. Our next-generation product portfolio includes 2.x MW, 3.x MW, 5.x MW, 6.x MW wind turbine systems alongside integrated renewable energy solutions built for the new world of energy. Headquartered at Suzlon One Earth in Pune, India, the Suzlon Group (NSE: SUZLON, BSE: 532667) comprises RE Tech: Wind | Storage | Solar, RE DevCo, RE Projects, RE AMS, and its subsidiaries.
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