- NEW DELHI — Suzuki
Motorcycle India Pvt Ltd (SMIPL) on Tuesday laid the foundation stone for its
new manufacturing plant in Haryana, with an initial investment of nearly INR
1,200 crore and an annual production capacity of 7.5 lakh units in the first
phase.
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- Located at IMT Kharkhoda -- an industrial township developed
by Haryana State Industrial and Infrastructure Development Corporation (HSIIDC)
-- the facility aligns with the government’s vision to boost industrial
infrastructure, attract global investments and generate employment in the
region.
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- The plant is scheduled to commence operations in 2027,
further boosting SMIPL’s production capabilities in India. Once functional, it
will provide employment to around 2,000 people, said the company in a
statement.
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- Kenichi Umeda, Managing Director, SMIPL, said that laying
the foundation stone for their second plant in India, “reflects our focus on
not just growing as a brand, but to grow with the people and communities of
India”.
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- By establishing our facility at IMT Kharkhoda, we look
forward to contributing to the region’s development, generating employment, and
supporting the government’s vision for industrial progress, he mentioned.
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- It will also feature modern automation and energy-efficient
systems, helping us move towards Suzuki’s global vision for carbon neutrality
and Sustainability.
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- The facility is spread across 100 acres, with the
manufacturing unit initially covering 25 acres and an additional 25 acres
dedicated to green space, reflecting the company’s increasing focus on
sustainable growth.
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- SMIPL started its India operations in February 2006 from its
manufacturing plant at Kherki Daula, Gurugram.
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- The company currently manufactures scooters (125cc), premium
motorcycles (150cc and above) and the big bikes best suited for the Indian
customers.
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- The new manufacturing facility is a part of SMIPL’s strategy
to meet the rising demand for its products in the Indian market while also
supporting local development and job creation.
