Ashok Leyland Opens Greenfield EV Plant Lucknow

Ashok Leyland, a leading player in India’s commercial vehicle sector and part of the Hinduja Group, has inaugurated a new Greenfield manufacturing facility near Lucknow Airport, Uttar Pradesh. The plant, spread over 70 acres, focuses on electric vehicles (EVs) and clean mobility solutions, reinforcing the company’s commitment to sustainable transportation and India’s green mobility initiatives.

The inauguration ceremony was attended by prominent dignitaries, including Shri Yogi Adityanath, Chief Minister of Uttar Pradesh, Shri Rajnath Singh, Union Minister of Defence, and Shri H.D. Kumaraswamy, Union Minister of Heavy Industries and Public Enterprises. Senior ministers from the Uttar Pradesh government, diplomats, leading industrialists, and Ashok Leyland’s global dealers and suppliers were also present.

Designed as one of the company’s most advanced manufacturing facilities globally, the Lucknow plant will primarily produce electric buses. With an annual capacity of up to 5,000 vehicles, the factory emphasizes local employment, with most workers recruited from Uttar Pradesh and a significant proportion being women, promoting inclusive growth and sustainable job creation.

Speaking at the launch, Mr. Dheeraj Hinduja, Chairman of Ashok Leyland, said, “This plant marks a new chapter in our journey, creating employment opportunities while advancing India’s sustainable mobility agenda. We are committed to shaping the future of commercial vehicles and contributing to Net Zero emission goals.”

Mr. Shenu Agarwal, MD & CEO of Ashok Leyland, added, “Uttar Pradesh has demonstrated strong commitment to environmental responsibility, making it a natural partner in our green mobility journey. With modern technology and high automation, this plant reflects our focus on world-class quality, innovation, and future-ready electric buses.”

The Lucknow facility incorporates sustainable design features, including rooftop solar panels, energy-efficient LED lighting, battery-operated in-plant logistics, positive water balance practices, and a zero-discharge system. These initiatives support clean manufacturing while enabling skill development and long-term employment for the local workforce.

The new plant positions Ashok Leyland as a key enabler of India’s green mobility objectives, strengthening the company’s role in electric vehicle adoption in Uttar Pradesh and across the country. As EV demand grows, the facility is expected to play a pivotal role in building a cleaner, more efficient, and future-ready commercial transport ecosystem in India.