New Delhi, February 9 Tata Motors Passenger Vehicles announced on Monday that it will invest ₹9,000 crore in its manufacturing facility based in Tamil Nadu, increasing the overall production capacity to 2.5 lakh units over the next 5-7 years to cater to both domestic and international markets.
The company and its subsidiary, Jaguar Land Rover Automotive Plc (JLR), announced the commencement of operations at the facility located in Panapakkam, Ranipet district, Tamil Nadu.
The facility represents the first phase of development of a greenfield plant for producing next-generation vehicles, including electric vehicles (EVs), for both TMPV and JLR brands, Tata Motors Passenger Vehicles (TMPV) said in a statement.
The first vehicle to roll out of the plant is the locally manufactured Range Rover Evoque from JLR, it added.
With operations now underway, vehicle production will scale up in a phased manner, progressively reaching the facility’s full designed annual capacity of 2.5 lakh vehicles over the next 5-7 years, serving the requirements of both the Indian and international markets, the company stated.
"Overall, TMPV intends to invest ₹9,000 crore in making this manufacturing facility state-of-the-art to support its long-term growth ambitions," it added.
The plant has the potential to create over 5,000 direct and indirect employment opportunities while fostering skill enhancement and supporting the growth of a strong ancillary ecosystem.
"The inauguration of our Panapakkam facility marks a significant milestone in the Tata Group’s journey to accelerate India’s leadership in sustainable and future-ready manufacturing. We are also proud to deepen our long-standing partnership with Tamil Nadu, a state that continues to drive industrial excellence, innovation, and inclusive growth," Tata Sons and TMPV Chairman N Chandrasekaran stated.
With this facility, the company looks forward to producing vehicles of exceptional quality, craftsmanship, and technology for customers in India and around the world, he added.
“The Tata Group has long played a pivotal role in nation building and shares a deep, historic partnership with Tamil Nadu. With the commencement of operations at this new manufacturing facility and the rollout of the first Range Rover Evoque in Panapakkam, Ranipet, the state is proud to witness the expansion of world-class automotive manufacturing,” said Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin.
The state welcomes this significant milestone and remains committed to supporting industries that create jobs, drive innovation, and reinforce its position as India’s leading hub for manufacturing and mobility, he added.