{"id":25538,"date":"2026-10-18T00:16:40","date_gmt":"2026-10-17T18:46:40","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/timesofpowerandvoice.com\/?p=25538"},"modified":"2026-10-18T00:16:40","modified_gmt":"2026-10-17T18:46:40","slug":"honble-chief-minister-of-maharashtra-shri-devendra-fadnavis-inaugurates-hyundai-motor-indias-pune-plant","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/timesofpowerandvoice.com\/?p=25538","title":{"rendered":"Hon\u2019ble Chief Minister of Maharashtra Shri. Devendra Fadnavis Inaugurates Hyundai Motor India\u2019s Pune Plant"},"content":{"rendered":"

Pune:<\/strong> Hyundai Motor India Limited (HMIL) announced the formal inauguration of its state-of-the-art manufacturing facility based in Talegaon, Pune, in Maharashtra, marking a significant milestone in the company’s growth story in India.<\/p>\n

The facility was inaugurated by Shri. Devendra Fadnavis,<\/strong> Hon\u2019ble Chief Minister of Maharashtra <\/strong>in the presence of His Excellency, Lee Seong-ho, Ambassador of the Republic of Korea to India; Smt. Sunetra Ajit Pawar, Hon\u2019ble Deputy Chief Minister of Maharashtra; Mr. Euisun Chung, Executive Chair – Hyundai Motor Group (HMG); Mr. Jaehoon Chang, Vice Chair – HMG; Mr. Jos\u00e9 Mu\u00f1oz, President & CEO – Hyundai Motor Company (HMC); and Mr. Tarun Garg, Managing Director & CEO – HMIL.<\/p>\n

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On this special occasion, HMIL also celebrated the landmark achievement of cumulative exports of 4 million passenger vehicles from India since 1999<\/strong>, underscoring the company’s contribution towards establishing India as a global automotive manufacturing and export hub. HMIL is cumulatively the largest exporter of passenger vehicles and the first automobile manufacturer to achieve the milestone of 4 million exports from India. The company has also sold nearly 10 million passenger vehicles in the domestic market, reflecting its strong and enduring presence among Indian customers.<\/strong><\/p>\n

Commending HMIL for its valuable contribution to India’s manufacturing growth, Hon\u2019ble Chief Minister of Maharashtra Shri. Devendra Fadnavis, said, <\/strong>“The inauguration of Hyundai Motor India’s Pune plant<\/strong> and the company’s achievement of 4 million cumulative passenger vehicle exports<\/strong> reflect India’s growing strength as a global automotive manufacturing hub<\/strong>. Hyundai’s continued investments in advanced manufacturing technologies, innovation, localization and skill development<\/strong> will contribute significantly to economic growth, employment generation and development of a robust automotive ecosystem in Maharashtra<\/strong>. We welcome Hyundai’s<\/strong> long-term commitment to the state and the nation<\/strong>. The Government of Maharashtra shall extend our full support to Hyundai’s future growth journey<\/strong>.”<\/em><\/p>\n

Developed as one of HMC\u2019s most advanced manufacturing facilities globally, the Pune plant combines Industry 4.0 technologies, AI-enabled production systems, advanced quality management processes and a fully integrated digital manufacturing ecosystem.<\/p>\n

Adding his perspective on Hyundai Motor Group’s long-term vision for India, Mr. Euisun Chung, Executive Chair – HMG, said, <\/strong>\u201cIndia remains one of Hyundai’s most important and strategic markets globally. The inauguration of the Pune plant reflects our long-term commitment to India’s growth and our confidence in its bright future. HMIL\u2019s milestone of 4 million cumulative vehicle exports demonstrates the global competitiveness of Indian manufacturing and highlights India’s growing role within Hyundai Motor Group’s worldwide operations.\u201d<\/em><\/p>\n

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Beyond manufacturing, HMIL is committed to contributing to India’s future through innovation, research, electrification and talent development<\/strong>. The company is working with Indian institutions and partners through Industry-academia partnerships, battery and electrification research initiatives and future mobility programs<\/strong> to help shape the next chapter of sustainable mobility.<\/strong><\/p>\n

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Highlighting the strategic significance of the milestone and HMIL\u2019s commitment to India, Mr. Tarun Garg, Managing Director & CEO – HMIL, said<\/strong>, “The inauguration of our Pune plant marks the beginning of HMIL\u2019s next chapter of growth in India<\/strong>. We will invest INR 11,000 crore<\/strong> in phases at this facility. Beyond expanding manufacturing capacity, the facility will drive industrial development, innovation and employment generation in the region<\/em>. Supporting this vision is a strong regional supplier ecosystem, with 55 supplier partners<\/strong> having already invested nearly INR 4,600 crore in the state<\/strong>. Together with tier-II vendors, the ecosystem has created more than 18,000 employment opportunities in Maharashtra<\/strong>, reinforcing the region\u2019s emergence as a key automotive manufacturing hub. As we celebrate 30 years in India<\/strong>, we remain committed to creating long-term value for our customers, partners and communities. We sincerely thank the Government of Maharashtra, under the leadership of Hon\u2019ble Chief Minister Shri. Devendra Fadnavis ji and the Government of India<\/strong>, for fostering a progressive ecosystem that continues to strengthen manufacturing, investment and economic growth in India.”<\/em><\/p>\n

The Pune plant also houses a state-of-the-art engine shop with advanced manufacturing technologies, producing 150,000 engines annually<\/strong>\u202fto support vehicle production.<\/p>\n

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What are the Key Highlights of HMIL\u2019s Pune Manufacturing Facility?<\/u><\/strong><\/p>\n

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Capacity Expansion & Future Readiness<\/strong><\/p>\n