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India's battery makers see beyond subsidies

As India's electric vehicle sector transitions away from government subsidies toward self-sufficiency, battery manufacturers are implementing innovative strategies and investing in research and development while establishing robust supply chains to ensure sustainable growth in the rapidly evolving market.

27 Nov 2024 | 7920 Views | By Prerna Lidhoo & Amit Vijay M

India's EV market has been like a young sapling in a greenhouse, nurtured under the protective warmth of subsidies that provided the right environment for growth while keeping external challenges at bay. Now, as the glass walls are taken away, can this sapling grow into a resilient tree? 

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