Uno Minda Limited has announced the approval for establishing its second state-of-the-art greenfield manufacturing plant in Chatrapati Sambhajinagar, Maharashtra. The facility will be established through its subsidiary, Uno Minda Auto Innovations Private Limited (UMAIPL), and will focus on producing high-voltage electric powertrain products for four-wheeler passenger vehicles.
The new plant will focus on manufacturing and assembling advanced systems like Electric Drive Units (EDU) and Dedicated Hybrid Transmission (DHT) systems. The strategic move comes after a significant order for EDU and DHT systems from a key customer.
With a total estimated investment of ₹550 crore, funded through a mix of debt and equity, the capital expenditure will be phased over the next two years. The facility is expected to be commissioned by the second quarter of 2028.
This is the second EV powertrain plant announced by UMAIPL, which comes in quick succession, following the ongoing setup of its facility in Khed city, Pune, which is slated to begin its operations in 2027.
With the country’s automotive industry accelerating towards advanced powertrains including Battery Electric Vehicles (BEVs), Hybrid Electric Vehicles (HEVs), Plug-in Hybrids (PHEVs), and Range Extended EVs (REEVs), the brand is aiming to solidify its first-mover advantage through progressive localisation and global standard manufacturing.
