Solar adoption across India’s commercial and industrial (C&I) segment is growing steadily, with businesses realizing the benefits of reduced power bills and sustainability in their operations.

Grain processing companies with high daytime electricity consumption are increasingly deploying captive solar assets to reduce grid dependence and stabilize long-term electricity costs.

Uttar Pradesh-based Kedarnath Multigrains has commissioned a 659 kW rooftop solar power system at its Shahajahapur facility.

The manufacturing outlet consumes approximately 250,000 units of electricity per month, based on production volumes. The installed solar system generates approximately 65,000 units per month, meeting a significant portion of the facility’s daytime energy requirements.

The company reduced its monthly electricity bills from ₹1.6 million (~$17,440) to ₹1.8 million (~$19,620) to around ₹400,000 (~$4,360) to ₹500,000 (~$5,450), depending on production cycles and seasonal factors. The reduction has been achieved through lower grid drawal during peak sunlight hours and net billing adjustments.

Kedarnath Multigrains operates grain processing, milling machinery, storage infrastructure, and auxiliary systems that require continuous and large amounts of electricity.

Shashwat Agarwal, Director at Kedarnath Multigrains, said the decision to install the rooftop solar system was driven by cost management and operational efficiency. “Solar has helped us reduce grid dependency and bring down monthly power expenses.”

The project was executed by Grun Power, which deployed high-efficiency TOPCon bifacial solar photovoltaic modules to enhance output and long-term performance.

Ashish Tak, Co-founder at Grun Power, said the technology selection was focused on maximizing generation within the available rooftop footprint. “We designed the 659 kW system to deliver higher energy output and stable performance. The execution was completed without major challenges.”

In addition to cost savings, Kedarnath Multigrains cited environmental considerations as a key factor behind the investment. The company stated that solar power supports its goal of reducing pollution and operating more sustainably.

Grun Power provides post-installation services, including system monitoring, routine maintenance, performance analysis, and technical support to ensure long-term efficiency.

Based on the current installation’s performance, Kedarnath Multigrains is considering expanding the facility’s solar capacity and exploring similar installations at its other units.

Mercom India hosts a pan-India ‘C&I Clean Energy Meet’ series, bringing renewable energy developers and commercial and industrial power consumers together to discuss the options available for adopting renewable energy.

The next event will be held in Bhopal on March 13, 2026.