Government Targets Solar And Hydrogen Components To Reduce Imports

The package is expected to combine financial incentives, streamlined approvals and support for testing and certification to help firms scale up production. Officials said measures would seek to attract private investment, support small and medium sized suppliers and strengthen domestic supply chains. The plan also envisages coordination between central and state authorities to accelerate land allocation and infrastructure provision.

Targeted components include solar cells, modules, inverters, mounting structures and storage systems as well as electrolysers, fuel cells and other hydrogen related hardware. Officials noted the importance of quality standards and local testing facilities to ensure products meet international norms and are export ready. By promoting clustered manufacturing and supplier development the government aims to create economies of scale and reduce unit costs. Capacity building and skills initiatives will accompany industrial measures to ensure the workforce can meet technical requirements.

Analysts said a stronger domestic industry would help narrow the trade deficit in energy equipment and create new employment opportunities across manufacturing and services. Officials indicated the government will engage with industry bodies to finalise implementation details and timelines. The success of the plan will depend on sustained investment, coordinated policy support and the ability of firms to compete on price and quality.