Ashok LeyLand Lucknow EV bus factory : Hinduja Group completes Lucknow EV bus factory in 18 months; plans 3-4GW renewable energy in UP to support electric mobility ecosystem.
Ashok LeyLand Lucknow EV bus factory : Key Development Updates
✅ Production Timeline: Commercial operations to begin within 2 months
✅ Construction: Completed in record 18 months
✅ Strategic Discussions: EV ecosystem & renewable energy partnerships
✅ Future Plans:
- 3-4 GW renewable energy in UP (600MW Jhansi + 1GW Mirzapur PSP)
- Digital infrastructure expansion via NXTDIGITAL
Project Details & Strategic Impact
EV Bus Manufacturing Facility
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Location | Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh |
| Production Capacity | 2,500+ buses/year |
| Employment | 1,500+ direct jobs |
| Technology | Lithium-ion battery systems |
UP’s EV Ecosystem Boost
✔ FAME-II Alignment: Supports 5,000 e-buses for UP transport
✔ Local Sourcing: 60% indigenous content target
✔ Charging Infrastructure: Synergy with Hinduja’s energy plans
Leadership Engagement
Hinduja Delegation:
- Dr. SK Chaddha (Senior Advisor)
- Ravi Chawla (MD & CEO, Gulf Oil)
- Vynsley Fernandes (MD, HGS Limited)
CS Manoj Kumar Singh:
Assured continued support for industrial investments
Expansion Requests & Proposals
- Additional land allocation for future phases
- Policy support for:
- EV charging network
- Renewable energy projects
- Digital connectivity initiatives
Upcoming Milestones:
- August 2025: First bus rollout
- 2026: Renewable energy project commissioning
Economic Impact:
- ₹1,200 crore annual output potential
- 5,000+ indirect jobs in supply chain