Mahabubnagar, Telangana – In a significant push for India’s electric mobility sector, Union Minister for Railways, Electronics, IT, and Information & Broadcasting, Shri Ashwini Vaishnaw, laid the foundation stone for four manufacturing units at the Electronics Manufacturing Cluster (EMC) in Divitipally, Mahabubnagar District, on March 8, 2025. This initiative aims to strengthen the country’s position in battery and electric vehicle (EV) technology while generating large-scale employment opportunities. A key highlight of the event was the launch of Amara Raja’s Giga Factory-1, which will be developed on a 262-acre site. The facility is set to house a 16 GW cell manufacturing plant along with a 5 GW battery pack unit. With an estimated investment of ₹9,500 crore over the next five years, the project is expected to create 4,500 direct jobs and a similar number of indirect employment opportunities, significantly boosting the region’s economy.
Apart from Amara Raja, the EMC has attracted three other major companies. Lohum will focus on critical minerals refining and battery recycling, Scell Energy will set up a cell casing manufacturing facility, and Altmin will establish India’s first LFP-CAM Giga Factory. These combined investments amount to ₹10,574 crore and are projected to generate 5,864 direct jobs and 13,300 indirect employment opportunities, further cementing the cluster’s role in India’s electronics manufacturing landscape.
Speaking at the event, Minister Vaishnaw reiterated the government’s commitment to promoting electric mobility and sustainable transportation. “Electric mobility remains a focus area for the government, and we are committed to developing the right infrastructureThe Divitipally EMC, which spans 377.65 acres, was approved under the Modified Electronics Manufacturing Cluster (EMC 2.0) Scheme by the Ministry of Electronics & IT (MeitY). The cluster is now fully occupied, with 307.47 acres allotted to the four companies, reflecting the increasing demand for domestic electronics manufacturing infrastructure.
The event also witnessed the participation of Telangana’s Minister for IT, Electronics, Industries and Commerce, Legislative Affairs, Shri D. Sridhar Babu, along with other key officials, including Member of Parliament from Mahabubnagar Constituency, Smt. Aruna D K, and Member of Legislative Assembly, Shri Y Srinivas Reddy. Industry representatives and senior state officials were also present, highlighting the collaborative effort between the government and the private sector to drive India’s EV revolution.
With these developments, India is taking a decisive step toward establishing itself as a global hub for electric vehicle manufacturing. By fostering technological advancements, job creation, and sustainable growth, the government aims to position the country as a leader in the global shift toward green mobility.