Tamil Nadu’s Chief Minister M.K. Stalin inaugurated the Tata Motors-Jaguar Land Rover (JLR) passenger car manufacturing plant in Ranipet district. This marks a significant development in the state’s automotive sector, showcasing confidence in Tamil Nadu’s governance model as attractive for global investments.
Stalin highlighted Tamil Nadu’s appeal for world-class manufacturing due to its skilled workforce, progressive policies, and solid infrastructure. The new plant, spread across 470 acres, will produce premium passenger vehicles for both domestic and international markets. Over the next five to seven years, production will gradually increase to reach the plant’s full capacity of 2.5 lakh vehicles annually.
Chairman of Tata Sons and Tata Motors Passenger Vehicles Ltd, N. Chandrasekaran, emphasized the plant’s importance in Tata’s journey towards sustainable manufacturing. The project strengthens Tata’s partnership with Tamil Nadu, known for its industrial excellence and inclusive growth. The plant is expected to create over 5,000 direct and indirect jobs, benefiting local suppliers and the ancillary ecosystem.
The inauguration of the Tata-JLR plant adds a prestigious investment to Tamil Nadu’s industrial landscape, solidifying its position as a key automotive manufacturing hub in India. The project is set to boost skill development, enhance regional economic growth, and further cement the state’s reputation for industrial prowess.
