Tata Motors Passenger Vehicles Ltd. (TMPV), together with its subsidiary Jaguar Land Rover Automotive Plc. (JLR), has commenced operations at its new manufacturing facility in Panapakkam, Ranipet district, Tamil Nadu. The plant represents the first phase of a greenfield development and will manufacture next-generation vehicles, including electric models, for both the TMPV and JLR brands.
The first vehicle to roll off the production line is the locally manufactured Range Rover Evoque, a globally acclaimed SUV known for its modern luxury and refined craftsmanship.
The facility was formally inaugurated by the Hon’ble Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu, Thiru M. K. Stalin, and Mr. N. Chandrasekaran, Chairman, Tata Sons and Tata Motors Passenger Vehicles, in the presence of senior ministers, public representatives, government officials, and leadership teams from TMPV, JLR, and the Tata Group.
Inaugurating the Tata Motors Passenger Vehicles – JLR facility, Thiru M.K. Stalin, Hon’ble Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu, said, “Tata Group has long played a pivotal role in nation building and shares a deep, historic partnership with Tamil Nadu. With the commencement of operations at this new manufacturing facility and the rollout of the first Range Rover Evoque in Panapakkam, Ranipet, the state is proud to witness the expansion of world‑class automotive manufacturing. Tamil Nadu welcomes this significant milestone and remains committed to supporting industries that create jobs, drive innovation, and reinforce our position as India’s leading hub for manufacturing and mobility.”
Speaking on the occasion, Mr. N. Chandrasekaran, Chairman, Tata Sons & Tata Motors Passenger Vehicles Ltd, said, “The inauguration of our Panapakkam facility marks a significant milestone in the Tata Group’s journey to accelerate India’s leadership in sustainable and future‑ready manufacturing. We are also proud to deepen our long-standing partnership with Tamil Nadu, a state that continues to drive industrial excellence, innovation, and inclusive growth. With this facility, we look forward to producing vehicles of exceptional quality, craftsmanship, and technology for customers in India and around the world.”
TMPV’s Panapakkam plant brings together advanced manufacturing technologies and a skilled workforce to deliver world-class vehicles.
The facility is operated by a diverse team of Shopfloor technicians from across Tamil Nadu, who are also participating in Tata Motors’ Lakshya programme, an “earn while you learn” initiative that accelerates talent growth from the shopfloor into engineering and management roles. Selected through a rigorous state-wide assessment of polytechnic graduates, they completed five months of intensive, hands-on training at JLR facilities, equipping them with world‑class operational and technical proficiency.
With opportunity to earn a company-sponsored B.Tech degree from a renowned university while they work, they can advance their personal growth and professional excellence while taking care of their families. Their journey underscores how focused skilling and local talent development can accelerate advanced manufacturing and deliver lasting economic and social impact.
With operations now underway, vehicle production will scale up in a phased manner, progressively reaching the facility’s full designed annual capacity of 250,000 vehicles over the next 5–7 years, serving requirements for both Indian and international markets.
Overall, TMPV intends to invest ~INR 9,000 crores in making this manufacturing facility cutting-edge to support its long-term growth ambitions. The plant has the potential to create over 5,000 direct and indirect employment opportunities while fostering skill enhancement and supporting the growth of a strong ancillary ecosystem.
The Panapakkam facility also exemplifies TMPV’s sustainability‑first philosophy, incorporating environmentally responsible operations at every stage. The plant has been designed to operate entirely on renewable energy, be water positive and set a new standard for green manufacturing within the automotive sector. Designed with a high quotient of sustainable practices, it prioritizes efficiency, minimizes emissions, and adheres to stringent global environmental benchmarks.
