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Leveraging Indian Engineering Expertise, SWITCH Mobility Has Built Electric Buses Indigenously
The Machinist
|January 2024
The article explores the building of indigenous electric buses with superior performance while navigating challenges in manufacturing. It goes on to uncover SWITCH Mobility’s efforts in propelling ‘Make in India 2.0’ towards a future of global leadership.
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In the realm of innovation and progress, the ‘Make in India’ initiative emerges as more than a mere historical milestone it stands as the cornerstone of a revolutionary future. We find ourselves in the era of Amrit Kaal, a pivotal moment where our collective efforts are dedicated to shaping an India that boasts the epitome of global infrastructure. As we stand at the nexus of opportunity and responsibility, envisioning the India of 2047 is not a distant dream but a reality we are sculpting today. At the helm of this transformative journey is SWITCH Mobility, where we transcend the conventional role of automotive manufacturers as active torchbearers, propelling India towards a future defined by globalisation, sustainability, and leadership in manufacturing.
Beyond a Billion: The Indian narrative has evolved beyond sheer scale. Today, we are witnessing a tectonic shift where ‘Made in India’ resonates with quality and innovation. The automotive industry is a stellar example. It has become a global leader, surpassing industrial giants like Germany and Japan, and boasting record-breaking export growth. India’s auto sector is racing towards the trillion-dollar mark this decade. This phenomenal growth isn’t a result of volume; it’s propelled by an unwavering commitment to quality. Government initiatives such as FAME (Faster Adoption and Manufacturing of Electric Vehicles in India), the Production-Linked Incentive (PLI) scheme, and PM-eBus Sewa are drawing investments, fostering a vibrant ecosystem of innovation and agile startups.
This story is from the January 2024 edition of The Machinist.
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