India’s PLI Auto scheme sees modest start with ₹500 crore claims in FY24, industry anticipates surge by FY26
Live MintThe first wave of claims for India's automobile production incentives scheme barely touched ₹500 crore, an amount that may grow exponentially in the years ahead as the electric revolution unfolds and more products secure certification. The PLI scheme, which covers both automakers and component makers, was designed to stimulate production in advanced automotive and EV sectors by providing financial incentives to companies meeting set localization and sales criteria. “As electric cars, trucks, and more domestic EV components come into play, we foresee this funding to be fully utilized," a second industry executive said, adding the scheme, though initially challenging, has significant financial benefits that will attract more manufacturers in the coming years. Despite the slow start, government and industry stakeholders are confident that the PLI scheme will eventually meet its goals of fostering advanced automotive technologies and increasing India’s share in the global EV market.