The Ministry of Heavy Industries (MHI), Government of India, has released the Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) for certification of Domestic Value Addition (DVA) under the Production Linked Incentive (PLI) Auto Scheme.
Mahindra & Mahindra is participating in the PLI through its wide range of electric three and four-wheelers. The scheme aims to provide financial incentives to enable scale and build a reliable and strong supply chain in areas of Advanced Automotive Technology (AAT) products while generating additional employment opportunities.
The OEM noted that it welcomes the release of this SOP, which will provide clarity to the PLI applicants and allow them to apply for their products’ certification with the testing agencies.
As per the OEM, the power given by MHI to testing agencies to relax the provisions of the SOP acknowledges the complexity of the supply chain of the automotive industry, and this is a welcome move.
Suman Mishra, CEO, Mahindra Last Mile Mobility, said, “Mahindra is one of the leading players in the electrification of last mile mobility, and we appreciate the support of the Indian Government to promote EVs through the PLI scheme as well as the release of these SOPs. The PLI will help us introduce more sustainable, technology-driven, and affordable 3-wheeler EVs in India and contribute to a greener future for all.”
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