For rapid progress, greener and cleaner mobility is vital: PM Modi

"Over the last decade, India's automotive sector has witnessed tremendous growth. This is as much a testament to our nation's expanding economic growth, as it is to the pivotal role played by automotive industry," he wrote.

10 Sep 2024 | 3083 Views | By Autocar Professional Bureau

Prime Minister Narendra Modi shared a written message with the members of Society of Indian Automobile Manufacturers (SIAM) ahead of their 64th annual convention, stating that the 64th conclave was a significant milestone in celebrating SIAM. 

"Over the last decade, India's automotive sector has witnessed tremendous growth. This is as much a testament to our nation's expanding economic growth, as it is to the pivotal role played by automotive industry," he wrote.

"The road ahead demands that our progress is rapid while also being sustainable. Working greener and cleaner mobility is a vital step in this direction... Through innovation and enterprise, I am sure that the automotive industry will drive even higher economic growth," he shared. 

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