The first edition of REPAX India – Solar Summit & Awards 2026 concluded on a highly successful note, bringing together leading policymakers, industry experts, technology innovators, manufacturers, EPC companies, and renewable energy stakeholders for impactful discussions, knowledge exchange, and recognition of excellence in the solar sector.
Held at Radisson Blu, Nashik, Maharashtra, the summit emerged as a successful platform for meaningful conversations around India’s evolving solar landscape, with discussions centred on solar manufacturing, energy storage, technological innovation, and the future growth opportunities within the renewable energy ecosystem.
The event received an overwhelming response from industry participants, with attendees appreciating the quality of discussions, networking opportunities, and the overall execution of the summit. Industry leaders and participants praised REPAX India for creating a valuable platform that brought together diverse stakeholders of the solar ecosystem under one roof.
The summit commenced with an auspicious lamp lighting ceremony, marking the beginning of a day dedicated to collaboration, innovation, and accelerating India’s clean energy transition. The ceremony was graced by Mr. Subh Chandra, Director, RenewableMirror; Mr. Abhijit Kelkar, Vice President, Maharashtra Economic Development Council (MEDC); Mr. Shirish Garud, Consultant & Ex-Director, TERI – The Energy and Resources Institute; Dr. Prashant Khankhoje, Author, 3x TEDx Speaker & Founder MD, A2Z Energies; and Mr. Mahendra Bharaskar, AGM-BDM, Anand Ebeam Cables (Solar).
Addressing the gathering, the distinguished guests shared valuable perspectives on India’s renewable energy journey, highlighting the importance of innovation, collaboration, advanced technologies, and industry partnerships in strengthening the country’s clean energy ecosystem.
The first session, titled “Solar Manufacturing – Building India’s Global Leadership,” focused on India’s ambition to become a global hub for solar manufacturing.
The session explored domestic manufacturing capabilities, technological advancements, supply chain resilience, policy support, and strategies to enhance India’s competitiveness in the global solar market.
The session was moderated by Mr. Abhijit Kelkar, Vice President, Maharashtra Economic Development Council (MEDC).
The esteemed panelists included:
- Mr. Ashok Singh – Independent Solar Consultant
- Mr. Mahendra Bharaskar – AGM-BDM, Anand Ebeam Cables (Solar)
- Mr. Amit Bali – Head – Renewable Energy, Metalbook
- Mr. Anil Panigrahi – Assistant Manager – Sales, FIMER
- Mr. Hardik Adhiya – Director, Onix Renewable
The discussion highlighted the need for innovation-driven manufacturing, robust supply chains, and continued collaboration to strengthen India’s position in the global solar industry.
The second session, titled “Energy Storage – Enabling a Reliable Renewable Future,” brought together experts to discuss the growing importance of Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) and advanced storage technologies.
The panel deliberated on renewable energy integration, grid stability, emerging storage solutions, policy frameworks, investment opportunities, and the role of storage technologies in enabling a reliable clean energy future.
The session was moderated by Dr. Prashant Khankhoje – Author, 3x TEDx Speaker & Founder MD, A2Z Energies.
The panel included:
- Mr. Shirish Garud – Consultant & Ex-Director, TERI – The Energy and Resources Institute
- Mr. Brinder Gandhi – Founder & CEO, Impulse Green Energy Private Limited
- Mr. Saransh Gupta – Deputy Manager – BD, Replus – A Subsidiary of Bhilwara Energy Ltd.
- Mr. Rajesh Kulkarni – Director – Sales, URON® Energy
- Mr. Shailesh Telang – Head of Asia Pacific, EnergyTag
- Mr. Amit Rane – Founder & MD, WUDMIN ENERGY
The experts emphasised that energy storage will be instrumental in overcoming renewable energy intermittency challenges and accelerating India’s transition towards a sustainable energy future.
The summit concluded with the prestigious REPAX India – Solar Awards 2026, recognising outstanding contributions from companies and individuals across India’s solar ecosystem.
The award ceremony celebrated excellence in solar manufacturing, EPC, distribution, engineering, infrastructure, consultancy, and sustainable supply chain solutions.
Award Winners:
🏆 Sunsathi Solar Pvt. Ltd. – Maharashtra Trusted Solar Inverter Award
🏆 Sunfarma – Solar EPC Excellence Award
🏆 Maharashtra Solar Contractor Association (MSCA) – Solar Contractor Excellence Award (Maharashtra)
🏆 FIMER – Outstanding Contribution to Solar Energy Transition Award
🏆 Adani Solar – Solar Manufacturing Leader of the Year Award
🏆 Impulse Green Energy Private Limited – Excellence in Solar Distribution & Channel Partner Award
🏆 Ashok Singh, Independent Solar Consultant & Mentor – Lifetime Achievement Award in Solar Energy Industry
🏆 Anand Ebeam Cables (Solar) – Outstanding Contribution to Solar Power Infrastructure Award 2026
🏆 Metalbook – Sustainable Metal & Renewable Energy Supply Chain Award
🏆 SUSTAINFY ENERGY – Excellence in Solar Engineering & Technical Consultancy Award
With strong participation, insightful discussions, and appreciation from industry stakeholders, REPAX India – Solar Summit & Awards 2026 marked a successful beginning towards building a stronger platform for India’s renewable energy community.
The overwhelming response and positive feedback from participants reaffirmed the importance of such industry-driven platforms in fostering collaboration, innovation, and sustainable growth in the solar sector.
REPAX India continues its journey of bringing together the renewable energy ecosystem to accelerate India’s clean energy transition.
