Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw Lays Foundation For Four Manufacturing Units In Divitipally
- By MT Bureau
- March 08, 2025
The foundation stone for four manufacturing units was laid today by Ashwini Vaishnaw, Union Minister for Railways, Electronics, IT and Information & Broadcasting, at the Electronics Manufacturing Cluster in Divitipally, Mahabubnagar Dsitrict, Telangana. The Electronics Manufacturing Cluster in Divitipally was set up under the EMC-2.0 Scheme by the Telangana Government to promote electronics manufacturing in the state.
As part of the event, Amara Raja laid the foundation stone for its upcoming Giga Factory-1, while Altmin laid the foundation stone for its first LFP-CAM Giga Factory, Lohum held the groundbreaking ceremony for its battery recycling and critical minerals refining and Scell Energy held the groundbreaking ceremony for its cell casing manufacturing.
The Honourable Minister of Information Technology, Electronics, Industries, and Commerce, Legislative Affairs in the Telangana Government, D Sridhar Babu, the Honourable Member of Parliament from Mahbubnagar Constituency, Aruna D K, and the Legislative Assembly Member, Y Srinivas Reddy, graced the occasion. Jayadev Galla, the Chairman and Managing Director of Amara Raja Energy and Mobility Ltd, was also in attendance, as were senior state government officials and business executives.
In 2022, ARACT and the Telangana Government signed a Memorandum of Understanding to establish the Amara Raja Giga Corridor, wherein the business will establish facilities for the production of lithium cells and battery packs with capacities of up to 16 GWh and 5GWh, respectively, for both the Indian and foreign markets. The project is anticipated to significantly contribute to the socioeconomic growth of the area once it is operational, providing 4,500 direct jobs and a comparable number of indirect jobs in the state.
"The battery technology is as essential for India’s economy as steel and chemical, and It is heartening to see Amara Raja taking a lead in this space. The Union government is committed to the all-round growth of the sector and Divitipally region and will contribute further through modernisation of railway station and establishing allied infrastructure. The Centre has committed over INR 50 billion for State’s railway development,” said the Union Minister.
"Telangana is committed to be the Industrial hub and has been a leader in adopting sustainability. The state government is committed to extending support to manufacturing initiatives such as these, and we look forward to Giga Factory’s inauguration,” said the State Minister.
Galla said, "The Foundation Stone laying ceremony is a big step forward for our Company and the Group. We are grateful to the Government of India under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi and to the Hon’ble Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw for being proactive and pro-industry. We are also thankful to the Telangana Government under the leadership of Chief Minister Revanth Reddy and State Minister D Sridhar Babu for their tremendous support and encouragement in this endeavour. As we step forward, we are looking to be amongst the first companies in India to present an indigenously manufactured Lithium-Ion cell to the nation.”
Servotech Renewable To Invest INR 4 Billion In Haryana To Expand Manufacturing
- By MT Bureau
- June 02, 2026
Servotech Renewable Power System has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Haryana Enterprises Promotion Centre (HEPC), Department of Industries & Commerce, Government of Haryana. The agreement outlines a proposed investment of approximately INR 4 billion to expand its manufacturing and warehousing operations within the state.
The proposed CAPEX will be deployed in a phased manner over the next 24 to 36 months. The expansion targets several clean-technology and power segments that have been identified as core thrust areas under the state's new industrial policy.
The investment will scale Servotech's manufacturing capacity across electric vehicle (EV) chargers, solar products, battery packs, Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) and power electronics.
While the company is currently evaluating specific site locations within Haryana, the capacity expansion is intended to scale overall production volumes, improve operational efficiencies, deepen import substitution, and support growing domestic and export market demand. Under the terms of the MoU, the Haryana Government, via the HEPC, will provide single-window facilitation support and ease-of-doing-business assistance to streamline project implementation.
The project is projected to generate around 500 direct and indirect employment opportunities, contributing to Haryana's industrial and economic growth.
The MoU was finalised in the presence of the Chief Minister of Haryana, Nayab Singh Saini, during the official launch of the ‘Make in Haryana’ Industrial Policy 2026 in Gurugram on 1 June 2026. The event also introduced a compendium of nine separate sectoral policies designed to attract industrial and clean-energy investments to the state.
Raman Bhatia, MD, Servotech Renewable Power System, said, “We are delighted to partner with the Government of Haryana. Haryana has emerged as one of India’s most progressive investment destinations, and the launch of the Make in Haryana Industrial Policy 2026 reinforces the state’s commitment to industrial growth, clean-energy manufacturing and innovation. Our proposed INR 4 billion investment aligns with Servotech’s long-term vision of scaling renewable energy manufacturing capabilities and is a meaningful step towards our stated ambition of reaching INR 15 billion in revenue by FY2027. We believe this collaboration will strengthen our operational footprint and contribute to Haryana’s clean-energy ambitions and broader economic development.”
VinFast India Surpasses 10,000-Unit Production Milestone In 10 Months
- By MT Bureau
- May 31, 2026
It was in February 2024, Vietnam-based VinFast announced its plans to build an integrated electric vehicle manufacturing facility in Tamil Nadu, India. The facility spread across 400 acres would see an initial investment of USD 500 million over five years with a projected capacity to manufacture 150,000 vehicles annually.
In August 2025, the company officially inaugurated its facility, which made the Tamil Nadu plant its third operational plant and the fifth project in its global manufacturing network.
And now in a matter of 10-months, the Vietnamese automaker has rolled out its 10,000th made-in-India vehicle from its Tamil Nadu facility. The milestone was reached less than one year following the official inauguration of the manufacturing facility.
At present, the automaker has introduced three models for the Indian market – VF 6, VF 7 and VF MPV 7. It is also looking to introduce electric scooters and electric buses in India this year.
According to the company, the achievement highlights its team's capability and its ongoing commitment to developing sustainable mobility infrastructure within the Indian automotive market.
VinFast states that with the Tamil Nadu plant on stream, it is now moving closer to its sales target of 200,000 vehicles and its long-term production goal of 1 million vehicles per year by 2030.
Also read: Pham Nhat Quan Anh Succeeds Le Thi Thu Thuy As Chairman Of VinFast Auto
JSW MG Motor India Commences Production Of MG Majestor SUV
- By MT Bureau
- May 25, 2026
JSW MG Motor India has started production of the MG Majestor, its D+ segment sport utility vehicle (SUV), at its manufacturing facility in Halol, Gujarat.
The SUV features a four-wheel-drive (4WD) system and triple differential locks to manage traction and control across terrain conditions. It is powered by a 2.0-litre twin-turbo diesel engine paired with an electronic drivetrain and includes advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS) for vehicle safety and control.
Pre-reservations for the vehicle have opened at a price of INR 41,000 on the company's website, with early customers receiving priority delivery timelines and vehicle previews.
The Halol assembly plant utilises automated manufacturing processes and quality control systems to handle the assembly of the vehicle's chassis, body panel alignment and mechanical components.
To support the vehicle rollout, the carmaker is introducing its ownership programme, which includes a 5-year unlimited-kilometre warranty package, 5-year roadside assistance service contract and 5 labour-free scheduled maintenance services.
Biju Balendran, Deputy MD, JSW MG Motor India, said, “The commencement of production of the MG Majestor marks a significant step for us as we move closer to introducing a new benchmark in the premium SUV space. With the Majestor, we are bringing together strong engineering, advanced capability and a commanding presence, aligned to the evolving expectations of customers. Built at our Halol facility with advanced processes and stringent quality systems, the Majestor is engineered to deliver high standards of durability, performance and reliability. We are confident it will resonate strongly with customers looking for both capability and refinement in their next SUV.”
Yamaha Motor Opens Robotics Business Support Division In India
- By MT Bureau
- May 22, 2026
Yamaha Motor Co, has established the Robotics Business Support Division as a dedicated sales and service facility for its robotics operations in Gurugram, Haryana.
The facility operates within Yamaha Motor India Sales (YMIS), the entity responsible for the company's motorcycle and automotive product sales in the country.
The division was created to reinforce sales and service operations for Yamaha-branded robot products, streamline internal business processes and support further investment. The facility will initially focus on surface mount technology (SMT) assembly systems and industrial robots. Over the longer term, the company plans to build the necessary technical structures to handle semiconductor back-end processing equipment.
The Gurugram facility features a dedicated showroom designed to display Yamaha Motor’s robotics technologies. This space allows clients to view products and technical solutions firsthand, helping them assess application methods for their respective production sites. Through this initiative, the company aims to increase its brand recognition and capture a larger share of the expanding Indian manufacturing and robotics automation markets.
Comments (0)
ADD COMMENT