Indian commercial vehicle manufacturer Tata Motors Ltd announced the rollout of its 10th lakh vehicle from its Lucknow plant, marking three-and-a-half decades of operations in Uttar Pradesh. Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath expressed pride in this achievement, emphasizing the state’s capabilities and potential, along with its talented workforce.
He highlighted the vision to elevate Uttar Pradesh into a one-trillion-dollar economy, with a focus on industry and entrepreneurship driving growth. Tata Motors’ success in the state reflects a strong ecosystem, supporting responsible industrial growth, job creation, skill development, and sustainable socio-economic progress.
The milestone vehicle, a zero-emission electric bus, symbolizes the joint commitment to green mobility by Uttar Pradesh and Tata Motors. This aligns with the state’s net-zero 2070 vision and the company’s net-zero target of 2045, showcasing a dedication to environmental sustainability.
Tata Sons Chairman N. Chandrasekaran commended the longstanding partnership between Tata Motors and Uttar Pradesh, emphasizing the collaborative efforts in driving industrial excellence, livelihood creation, and skill enhancement over the past three decades. He highlighted Tata Motors’ leadership in shaping the future of mobility amid the industry’s shift towards cleaner and smarter solutions.
The Lucknow facility, operational since 1992 across 600 acres, boasts an annual capacity of over one lakh vehicles and supports more than 8,000 livelihoods. It focuses on skill development through training programs and operates as a water-positive facility powered entirely by renewable energy sources. The plant manufactures a wide range of cargo and passenger vehicles, including electric buses and trucks, as well as fuel cell electric vehicles.
