India is making bold moves toward a greener, more self-reliant automotive industry. The government has recently approved a scheme aimed at boosting domestic manufacturing of electric cars, reducing reliance on imports, and encouraging global automakers to build in India rather than just sell.

This move aligns with the broader Make in India initiative and supports sustainability goals. The scheme includes incentives for companies that commit to setting up manufacturing facilities within three years and achieving at least 50% localization within five years. It also sets a minimum investment bar of ₹4,150 crore ($500 million), signaling that India is serious about becoming a global EV manufacturing hub.

But while this plan sounds promising, the real question is: Will this actually push India toward EV leadership, or just lead to more foreign brand assembly lines in disguise?

On one hand, the scheme can create jobs, foster innovation, and reduce our trade deficit. On the other, it raises concerns—Will Indian startups and existing automakers be able to compete? Will we see technology transfer, or just large foreign brands dominating the scene again?

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