Tata Motors and its luxury arm, Jaguar Land Rover (JLR), have officially opened a new manufacturing plant in Panapakkam, Ranipet district, Tamil Nadu. The ₹9,000 crore facility is the company’s largest investment in India and will produce premium cars for both domestic and international markets.
The first vehicle to roll off the assembly line is the Range Rover Evoque, marking the start of local production of luxury SUVs. The launch was flagged off by Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M. K. Stalin alongside Tata Group Chairman N. Chandrasekaran.
Spread over a large area, the plant is designed to be sustainable, with renewable energy use and water-positive processes, reflecting Tata’s commitment to environmentally friendly operations.
Initially, the facility will focus on assembling the Range Rover Evoque, but it is expected to gradually expand to produce other Tata and JLR models, including future electric vehicles. The company aims to reach a production capacity of 2.5–3 lakh vehicles per year over the next few years.
The plant will also create more than 5,000 direct and indirect jobs, offering opportunities for local suppliers and boosting the region’s economy.
Tata Motors said the Panapakkam plant strengthens India’s position in JLR’s global manufacturing network, complementing existing facilities in the UK, China, and Brazil.
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