The Automotive Component Manufacturers Association of India (ACMA), the apex body of the country’s auto component sector, inaugurated the second edition of the ACMA Aftermarket Expo in Patna. The event was formally opened by Hon’ble Shri Shravan Kumar, Minister of Transport & Rural Development, Government of Bihar, in the presence of Mr. Manav Kapur, Chairman – ACMA Aftermarket Committee, and Mr. Ramashankar Pandey, Mentor – ACMA Aftermarket Sub-Committee.
The expo features participation from over 30 leading aftermarket companies from across India, and Day 1 underscored the sector’s increasing emphasis on formal skilling and inclusivity. ACMA honoured Ms. Ankita, an ASDC-trained automotive technician from Bihar, recognized as one of the region’s first formally certified women technicians, highlighting the growing footprint of structured training and women’s empowerment in the automotive aftermarket.
During the inauguration, Hon’ble Minister Shri Shravan Kumar commended ACMA’s initiatives to train, upskill and support mechanics, technicians and independent garages. He also reaffirmed the Government of Bihar’s commitment to encouraging women in technical disciplines, citing several state-driven programs aligned with this mission.
Addressing the gathering, Mr. Ramashankar Pandey commended the diverse participation at the expo and reiterated the industry’s commitment to excellence, genuine products and continuous improvement in the delivery of aftermarket services. Earlier, welcoming the Minister, participants and visitors, Mr. Manav Kapur emphasised ACMA’s focus on strengthening the aftermarket value chain through upskilling and enabling a level playing field for independent garages with access to quality, authentic components.
The expo also hosted a free eye check-up camp for mechanics, which drew strong interest. Free near-vision glasses were also provided as part of ACMA’s community social responsibility effort.
Leading industry brands such as ARB Bearings, Banco Products, Brakes India, Gabriel, Hindustan Composites, J.K. Fenner, KK Lighting, Lucas Indian Service, Lumax Auto Technologies, MACAS, Mann & Hummel, Minda Corporation, Neolite ZKW Lighting, Paracoat Products, Rane Aftermarket Division, SMIC Autoparts, Steelbird International, Sugan Cables, Suprajit Engineering and Zunax Energy Products are showcasing their offerings at the expo.
Day 1 recorded a footfall of over 500 business visitors, including distributors, mechanics, fleet operators, retailers, workshop owners and transporters from across Bihar and neighbouring regions. Visitor turnout is expected to increase significantly on Day 2.
The auto components aftermarket in Bihar and Jharkhand accounts for nearly 5% of the national aftermarket, backed by a robust network of around 155 automobile dealers, 1,000 auto component retailers and numerous repair workshops across Patna, Gaya, Bhagalpur, Muzaffarpur, Munger, Ranchi, Jamshedpur, Bokaro and Dhanbad, as well as along key highway routes.
