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New Delhi: 1 7/1/25: Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi inaugurated the Bharat Mobility Global Expo 2025, the largest mobility expo in India, today at Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi. Addressing the gathering, he thanked the people for having their Government elected for the third consecutive time. He added that the scale of this year’s expo had greatly expanded with the expo happening at two other venues in the National Capital Region, compared to last year’s 800 exhibitors and 2.5 lakh visitors. Shri Modi noted that over the next 5 days, many new vehicles would be launched with lots of delegates attending the event. “This shows that there is great positivity related to the future of mobility in India”, he added. Mentioning his visit to the exhibition at the venue, Shri Modi exclaimed “ The automotive industry of India is fantastic and future-ready” and gave his best regards to everyone.
The Prime Minister reminisced Shri Ratan Tata and Mr. Osamu Suzuki during the grand event of the Indian Auto sector. He remarked that the contributions of both the stalwarts were immense in the growth of the Indian Auto sector as well as fulfilling the dreams of middle-class families of India. He expressed confidence that their legacy will continue to inspire the entire mobility sector of India.
Stressing the significant role of the Make in India initiative in the growth potential of India’s auto industry, the Prime Minister remarked that the PLI schemes had given new momentum to the Make in India campaign, aiding sales of over ₹2.25 lakh crore. He emphasized that this scheme has created more than 1.5 lakh direct jobs in the sector. The Prime Minister noted that job creation in the auto sector had a multiplier effect on other sectors. He highlighted that a large number of auto parts were manufactured by the MSME sector. He remarked that as the auto sector grows, new jobs are also created in MSMEs, logistics, tourism, and transport sectors.
Underlining the comprehensive support provided by the government to the auto sector at every level, Shri Modi remarked that over the past decade, new avenues for FDI, technology transfer, and global partnerships were established in the industry. The Prime Minister emphasized that in the last four years alone, the sector has attracted over $36 billion in Foreign Direct Investment. He noted that this figure was expected to multiply in the coming years. The Prime Minister reiterated the government’s commitment to developing a complete ecosystem for auto manufacturing within India.
Recollecting his vision of the “Seven Cs for mobility solutions”: Common, Connected, Convenient, Congestion-free, Charged, Clean, and Cutting-edge, the Prime Minister emphasized that the focus on green mobility is part of this vision. He remarked that India was building a mobility system that supports both the economy and ecology, reducing the import bill for fossil fuels. He noted that there was a significant focus on the development of green technology, EVs, hydrogen fuel, and biofuels. The Prime Minister highlighted that initiatives like the National Electric Mobility Mission and the Green Hydrogen Mission have been launched with this vision in mind.
Emphasizing the rapid growth of electric mobility in India over the past few years, Shri Modi remarked that the sale of electric vehicles has increased 640 times in the past decade. He noted that while only around 2,600 electric vehicles were sold annually ten years ago, over 16.80 lakh electric vehicles were sold in 2024. He emphasized that the number of electric vehicles sold in a single day today is double the number sold in an entire year a decade ago. The Prime Minister projected that the number of electric vehicles in India could increase eightfold by the end of this decade, showcasing the immense potential in this segment.
Emphasizing the clear intent and commitment of the Union Government, Shri Modi remarked that whether it is formulating new policies or implementing reforms, the government’s efforts are ongoing. Urging the manufacturers to take advantage of the vehicle scrapping policy, he suggested that companies could introduce their incentive schemes to encourage more people to scrap their old vehicles. The Prime Minister highlighted that this motivation was crucial and would be a significant service to the country’s environment.
The Prime Minister highlighted that the automotive industry was driven by innovation and technology. He stressed that the future belongs to the East, Asia, and India. The Prime Minister emphasized that India was an excellent destination for every investor looking to see their future in mobility. Concluding his address, Shri Modi reassured everyone that the Government was fully supportive and encouraged everyone to continue advancing with the mantra of “Make in India, Make for the World.”
The Union Minister for Road Transport and Highways, Shri Nitin Gadkari, Union Minister for Housing and Urban Affairs, Shri Manohar Lal, Union Minister for Heavy Industries and Steel, Shri H D Kumaraswamy, Union Minister for Commerce and Industry, Shri Piyush Goyal, Union Minister for Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises, Shri Jitan Ram Manjhi, Union Minister for Petroleum and Natural Gas, Shri Hardeep Singh Puri were present among other dignitaries at the event.
Background
The Bharat Mobility Global Expo 2025 is being held from 17-22 January, 2025 across three separate venues: Bharat Mandapam & Yashobhoomi in New Delhi and India Expo Center & Mart, Greater Noida. Expo will host over 9 concurrent shows, 20+ conferences, and pavilions. In addition, the Expo will also feature state sessions to showcase policies and initiatives in the mobility sector to enable collaboration between industry and regional levels.
Bharat Mobility Global Expo 2025 aims to unite the entire mobility value chain under one umbrella. This year’s expo has a special emphasis on the global significance with participation from across the globe as exhibitors and visitors. It is an industry-led and government-supported initiative and is being coordinated by Engineering Export Promotion Council of India with the joint support of various industry bodies and partner organizations.
