New Delhi, June 2 -- The Government of India, under the visionary leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, has approved a forward-looking scheme to promote the domestic manufacture of passenger cars, with a special focus on electric vehicles (EVs), said a statement from Ministry of Heavy Industries on Monday.

This landmark initiative is aligned with India's national goals of achieving net zero by 2070, fostering sustainable mobility, driving economic growth, and reducing environmental impact. It is designed to firmly establish India as a premier global destination for automotive manufacturing and innovation.

Ministry of Heavy Industries (MHI) has issuedNotification regarding detailed guidelines for the "Scheme to Promote Manufacturin...