PM Modi flags off Maruti Suzuki’s first global EV, e-VITARA, in Gujarat today

Prime Minister Narendra Modi visited the Suzuki Motor Plant in Ahmedabad, Gujarat on Tuesday, where he inaugurated the localised production of hybrid battery electrodes and launch the export of Maruti Suzuki’s first global battery electric vehicle (BEV), the e VITARA, to over 100 countries, including Japan and several European nations. 

At around 10.30 am, Prime Minister inaugurated localised production of hybrid battery electrodes and flag-off Battery electric vehicle exports to 100 countries at Hansalpur, Ahmedabad. 

Marking a significant milestone for India’s EV and battery ecosystem, the local production of hybrid battery electrodes will begin at the TDS Lithium-Ion Battery plant, a joint venture between Toshiba, Denso, and Suzuki. With this development, over 80% of battery value will now be manufactured domestically, furthering India’s clean energy and manufacturing goals.

Maruti Suzuki, India’s largest carmaker, had unveiled the e VITARA in January 2025 during the Bharat Mobility Global Expo. With an annual capacity of 2.6 million units across four Indian plants, the company exported over 3.32 lakh vehicles and sold 19.01 lakh units in the domestic market in FY25. Commercial production of the e VITARA officially begins Tuesday at the Hansalpur plant.

With this milestone, India will now serve as Suzuki’s global manufacturing hub for electric vehicles.

These initiatives align with the government's broader vision of making India a global hub for electric mobility, advanced manufacturing, and infrastructure development. This represents a significant step towards becoming Aatmanirbhar in the field of green energy.

In the railway sector, the Prime Minister will dedicate projects worth approximately ₹1,400 crore, including the ₹530 crore doubling of the 65 km Mahesana-Palanpur railway line.

(This story was taken from syndicated feed and was only edited for style by Gujarat Samachar Digital team)