Suzuki Expands India Presence with New Haryana Plant

• Suzuki’s second Kharkhoda plant aims for 7.5 lakh units by 2027.
• The 100-acre site includes green space and will use lean, energy-efficient manufacturing.
• The plant will create 2,000 jobs and boost Suzuki’s supply chain and service in India.

The construction work has started for Suzuki's second manufacturing plant at IMT Kharkhoda, Haryana, as part of its expansion plan aligned with the industrial growth and investment objectives of India. The 100-acre plant site has 25 acres allotted for manufacturing, while another 25 acres are earmarked as green space so that SMIPL puts its sustainability agenda into practice.

The plant is expected to commence operations in 2027 with an initial investment of around Rs 1,200 crore. It will have a capacity to produce about 7.5 lakh units a year during its first phase. The project will provide around 2,000 employment opportunities and contribute to improving Suzuki's supply chain, dealership network, and customer service in India.

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Kenichi Umeda said, "Laying the foundation stone for our second plant in India, reflects our focus on not just growing as a brand, but to grow with the people and communities of India. By establishing our facility at IMT Kharkhoda, we look forward to contributing to the region’s development, generating employment, and supporting the government’s vision for industrial progress."

"The Kharkhoda plant will help us to serve our customers better, support our dealer partners and strengthen collaboration with our suppliers. The basic concept of this plant is lean manufacturing. It will also feature modern automation and energy-efficient systems, helping us move towards Suzuki’s global vision for carbon neutrality and Sustainability", he added.

The foundation ceremony had several high-profile participants, including executives from Suzuki Motor Corporation of Japan and Indian dignitaries such as Dr Manoj Kumar, Deputy Commissioner of Sonipat, and Kyoko Hokugo of the Japanese Embassy. The new manufacturing plant is yet another milestone for Suzuki in its long-term commitment to India.