PM Modi To Inaugurate Maruti Suzuki Electric Car – The Game-Changing e-Vitara is Here
Tomorrow will mark a significant day for India’s automotive industry as PM Modi to inaugurate Maruti Suzuki electric car—the much-anticipated e-Vitara—and a state-of-the-art lithium-ion battery manufacturing plant in Hansalpur, Gujarat. This event is not just about unveiling a new vehicle; it’s a symbol of India’s commitment to clean mobility, self-reliance, and technological leadership in the global electric vehicle (EV) market.
With this launch, Maruti Suzuki steps firmly into the EV segment, aiming to make India a competitive manufacturing hub for both domestic and international markets.
What’s Being Inaugurated?
The e-Vitara Electric SUV
The star of the event is the e-Vitara, Maruti Suzuki’s first born-electric SUV. This model is designed on the advanced HEARTECT-e platform, ensuring a balance of safety, efficiency, and driving comfort.
Key highlights:
- Battery Options: Available in two variants — 49 kWh and 61 kWh.
- Range:
- 49 kWh: Up to 346 km (WLTP standard).
- 61 kWh: Up to 428 km (WLTP standard).
- Dual-motor AWD variant: Around 412 km.
- 49 kWh: Up to 346 km (WLTP standard).
- Performance: Smooth acceleration, whisper-quiet drive, and zero tailpipe emissions.
- Production: Built at Maruti’s dedicated EV assembly line in Hansalpur, Gujarat, with an investment of ₹2,000 crore.
- Export Plans: Targeting sales in over 100 countries, making it one of India’s largest EV export projects.
Battery Manufacturing Facility
Alongside the SUV, PM Modi will also open a lithium-ion battery cell and electrode production unit at the TDSG plant in Hansalpur. This facility will:
- Supply battery modules for the e-Vitara and other hybrid/electric models.
- Reduce dependency on imported EV components.
- Strengthen India’s EV supply chain resilience.
- Support future EV projects for both Indian and global markets.
Why This Inauguration Is Important
A Boost for “Make in India”
By producing the e-Vitara domestically and exporting it worldwide, Maruti Suzuki is directly contributing to the Make in India initiative. This move will enhance India’s position as a manufacturing hub for advanced automotive technology.
Local Manufacturing & Self-Reliance
The battery plant will localize a crucial EV component — the battery pack. This step minimizes reliance on foreign suppliers, lowers costs over time, and encourages local innovation in EV technology.
Production Plans
Initially, Maruti Suzuki planned to manufacture 26,500 units between April and September 2025. Due to rare earth material shortages, early production will be scaled to around 8,200 units. However, the company remains confident about meeting its annual target of 67,000 EVs by ramping up operations later in the fiscal year.
Expanding EV Infrastructure
Maruti Suzuki has announced plans to roll out charging stations across 100+ Indian cities. The company is also exploring battery rental services to make EV adoption more affordable and convenient for buyers.
What to Expect from the e-Vitara
The e-Vitara isn’t just an eco-friendly option—it’s designed to be practical, stylish, and export-ready.
Features to watch:
- Modern design with aerodynamic styling and LED lighting.
- Spacious interiors equipped with advanced infotainment and safety features.
- Driving comfort enhanced by smooth torque delivery and low center of gravity.
- Global appeal — built to meet both Indian and international automotive standards.
Environmental & Economic Benefits
Cleaner Air, Greener Future
The e-Vitara will help reduce greenhouse gas emissions by offering an all-electric driving alternative. It’s a step towards India’s net-zero carbon goal by 2070.
Job Creation
The EV plant and battery facility will create thousands of new jobs in manufacturing, engineering, logistics, and maintenance, boosting local economies.
Export Growth
By exporting to over 100 countries, Maruti Suzuki will bring in valuable foreign exchange and elevate India’s status in the competitive EV export market.
The Road Ahead for Maruti Suzuki EVs
Maruti Suzuki has made it clear that the e-Vitara is only the beginning. More EV models are already in the pipeline, set to be launched in the coming years. The brand is also focusing on hybrid technologies, charging networks, and service infrastructure to support long-term EV adoption in India.
With the combination of a strong domestic market and an aggressive export strategy, Maruti Suzuki is positioning itself as a key global EV player.
Conclusion: A Defining Moment for India’s Auto Industry
The inauguration of the e-Vitara and battery manufacturing facility by PM Modi to inaugurate Maruti Suzuki electric car marks a defining moment in India’s journey toward sustainable mobility. It’s not just about a new vehicle—it’s about cleaner cities, stronger economies, and a more self-reliant India.
From the factory floor in Hansalpur to the streets of Europe, Asia, and beyond, the e-Vitara is set to carry India’s engineering pride across the globe. Tomorrow’s launch is a statement that India is ready for the electric revolution—smart, clean, and made in India.
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