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LUCKNOW,
JANUARY 12, 2026
Ashok Leyland,
the Indian flagship of the Hinduja Group and a leader in the country’s
commercial vehicle industry, on Monday marked a significant milestone in its
clean mobility journey with the inauguration of a greenfield, integrated
commercial vehicle manufacturing facility in Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh. The new
plant, focused primarily on electric vehicles, reinforces the company’s
long-term commitment to sustainable transportation and green manufacturing.
The facility
was inaugurated by Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath in the presence
of Rajnath Singh, Union Minister of Defence, and H.D. Kumaraswamy, Union
Minister of Heavy Industries and Public Enterprises. The ceremony also saw the
participation of Deputy Chief Ministers and senior ministers from the Uttar
Pradesh government, diplomats from various countries, prominent industrialists
from India and abroad, Ashok Leyland’s global dealers and suppliers, and senior
leadership from the Hinduja Group and the company.
Located at the
Sarojini Nagar Industrial Area near Lucknow Airport, the plant spans over 70
acres and stands as Ashok Leyland’s most advanced and sustainable manufacturing
facility globally. Designed to deliver world-class quality and operational
excellence, the plant has an annual production capacity of up to 5,000
vehicles, with a strong focus on electric mobility solutions, particularly
electric buses.
Highlighting
the strategic importance of the new facility, Dheeraj Hinduja, Chairman of
Ashok Leyland, said the inauguration marks the beginning of a new chapter for
the company in Uttar Pradesh. He emphasised the Hinduja Group’s commitment to
driving economic growth, creating meaningful employment, and fostering
long-term regional prosperity. He added that the plant not only strengthens
Ashok Leyland’s role in shaping the future of India’s commercial vehicle
industry but also advances its journey towards achieving Net Zero emissions,
underlining the company’s readiness for a more sustainable future.
Shenu Agarwal,
Managing Director and CEO of Ashok Leyland, said Uttar Pradesh’s proactive
stance on environmental responsibility and sustainable development made it a
natural partner in the company’s green mobility ambitions. He noted that the
establishment of the plant aligns closely with Ashok Leyland’s target of
achieving Net Zero by 2048. Equipped with modern technology and high levels of
automation, the facility reflects the company’s focus on innovation and
world-class manufacturing standards. With a strong emphasis on electric buses,
he said, the plant represents a decisive step towards building a cleaner and
future-ready mobility ecosystem for India.
Beyond
manufacturing, the Lucknow facility is expected to play a vital role in skill
development and employment generation in the region. A majority of the workforce
has been drawn from Uttar Pradesh, with a significant representation of women
employees, reinforcing the company’s inclusive growth approach.
Designed as a
green facility, the plant incorporates several sustainable features, including
rooftop solar panels, energy-efficient LED lighting, battery-operated in-plant
logistics, positive water balance initiatives, and a zero-discharge system.
These measures collectively underline Ashok Leyland’s commitment to
environmentally responsible manufacturing practices.
With Uttar
Pradesh rapidly emerging as a frontrunner in electric vehicle adoption, the new
Lucknow facility strengthens Ashok Leyland’s long-term partnership with the
state’s green mobility vision. The plant not only consolidates the company’s
leadership in sustainable transportation but also positions it as a key enabler
in building a cleaner, more efficient, and future-ready mobility ecosystem for
both the state and the nation.
