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PM Narendra Modi inaugurated Maruti Suzuki's groundbreaking electric initiatives in Gujarat today. The company's chairman celebrated this as a historic moment for India's automotive future. The e-Vitara SUV will be manufactured exclusively in Gujarat for global export to over 100 countries. This development positions Gujarat as a key hub in India's electric vehicle manufacturing ecosystem.

Key Points: Maruti Suzuki Gujarat Plant Global Hub for e-Vitara SUV Exports

  • PM Modi flags off first electric SUV e-Vitara from Gujarat plant
  • Lithium-ion battery cell plant inaugurated at Hansalpur facility
  • e-Vitara to be exported to over 100 global markets
  • Gujarat plant produces 7.5 lakh cars annually for worldwide distribution
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Maruti Suzuki's Gujarat plant a true example of 'Make in India, Make for World': Chairman

PM Modi inaugurates Maruti Suzuki's electric e-Vitara & lithium-ion battery plant in Gujarat, set to export to 100+ countries under Make in India vision.

"Today is a truly proud and historic occasion for us as PM Modi has inaugurated two landmark steps for India’s future - R.C. Bhargava"

Ahmedabad, Aug 26

Calling it a true example of “Make in India, Make for the World,” Maruti Suzuki Chairman R.C. Bhargava on Tuesday said the company’s Gujarat plant is being developed into a global hub as Prime Minister Narendra Modi flagged off the first batch of the company’s electric SUV, ‘e-Vitara’, and inaugurated India’s first lithium-ion battery cell plant at Hansalpur here.

Speaking to reporters, Bhargava said the Prime Minister’s encouragement has infused fresh energy into the company.

“Today is a truly proud and historic occasion for us as PM Modi has inaugurated two landmark steps for India’s future,” he said.

The Prime Minister flagged off the company’s first electric SUV, ‘e-Vitara’, and also inaugurated the lithium-ion battery plant at Hansalpur, Gujarat. The plant rolls out 7.5 lakh cars every year.

He highlighted that the e-Vitara will not only serve Indian customers but will also be exported to more than 100 countries.

“The e-Vitara will not only serve Indian customers but also be exported worldwide. Gujarat will emerge as a global manufacturing hub under the *Make in India, Make for the World* vision,” Bhargava added.

Maruti Suzuki’s Senior Executive Officer Rahul Bharti echoed the sentiment, calling the moment a major milestone in India’s journey toward self-reliance.

“We are building advanced battery electric vehicles for over 100 global markets. At the same time, our subsidiary TDSG Lithium-Ion Battery Gujarat Private Limited has achieved deep localisation -- moving from battery packs to cells and now electrode manufacturing,” Bharti said.

He added that watching young engineering students and skilled associates at the Hansalpur plant demonstrate their work before the Prime Minister was an emotional and proud moment for the company.

The company also confirmed that the e-Vitara will be manufactured exclusively in Gujarat as part of a single-location global production strategy.

The SUV will be launched in several markets in the coming financial year, though pricing and exact launch timelines are yet to be disclosed.

- IANS

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Priya S
Great initiative but I hope the e-Vitara will be affordable for middle-class families. Electric vehicles are still too expensive for most Indians.
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Aman W
Exporting to 100 countries! This is what Make in India should be about. Hope other manufacturers follow Maruti's example. 🚗
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Sarah B
Lithium-ion battery manufacturing in India is a game-changer. Reduces our dependency on imports and creates skilled jobs. Well done Maruti Suzuki!
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Vikram M
Hope the quality matches global standards. Sometimes Indian manufacturers compromise on quality when exporting. Fingers crossed for e-Vitara's success!
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Nikhil C
7.5 lakh cars per year! That's massive production capacity. Gujarat's infrastructure development is really paying off. Great for employment generation too.

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