In a significant boost for electric mobility and clean energy projections in India, Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi will launch two major initiatives at the Suzuki Motor facility in Hansalpur, Gujarat, on 26th August 2025. The Prime Minister will launch Suzuki’s first global strategic Battery Electric Vehicle (BEV) – the “e VITARA,” as well as the start of localized production of hybrid battery electrodes at the TDS Lithium-Ion Battery plant. It is an important advance toward making India the global hub for green transport and sustainable innovation.
The e VITARA, manufactured in India, is to be exported to more than 100 countries, including developed markets like Japan and Europe. This reaffirms India as Suzuki’s global sourcing base for electric vehicles. Moreover, the commencement of hybrid battery electrode manufacturing will also ensure that over 80% of battery value is produced locally, decreasing import reliance as well as increasing self-sufficiency in the EV ecosystem.
These initiatives are expected to accelerate India’s transition to clean transportation and renewable energy. As the EV exports will enhance India’s global rank as an automotive player, local battery production will safeguard supply chains and reduce costs. The TDS project, which is a collaborative project between Toshiba, Denson, and Suzuki, is expected to foster battery technology improvements, create new jobs, and increase local manufacture
Overall, these milestones indicate India’s advancement in sustainable mobility and green technology at a rapid pace. By establishing India as Suzuki’s export hub for EVs and improving battery self-reliance, the initiatives reflect Prime Minister Modi’s vision of Make in India and Aatmanirbhar Bharat.