Union Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal met a delegation led by Piyush Arora, Managing Director and CEO of Škoda Auto Volkswagen India Private Limited (SAVWIPL), to discuss opportunities in India’s automotive sector.
The meeting focused on expanding automobile exports, strengthening domestic manufacturing and accelerating electric vehicle (EV) production. The discussions also covered ways to position India as a competitive global automotive manufacturing hub.
According to the minister’s office, the delegation explored opportunities to deepen localisation, encourage innovation and strengthen India’s integration into global automotive value chains.
Focus on EVs and Domestic Manufacturing
The discussions highlighted the importance of increasing domestic value addition and strengthening the automotive manufacturing ecosystem. Expanding exports and accelerating EV manufacturing were among the key priorities.
The engagement comes as India seeks to expand its role in global automotive production and supply chains amid the industry’s transition towards electric mobility.
Škoda Expands Its India Network
Škoda Auto India has expanded its retail and service network to more than 350 customer touchpoints across 193 cities. The company crossed this milestone on October 30, 2026, with the opening of an outlet in Imphal, marking its entry into Manipur.
The network expansion reflects the company’s efforts to strengthen its presence across Indian markets, including the Northeast.
