- Murugappa Group’s clean-mobility arm partners with DHI Mobility to fast-track EV adoption in India’s western industrial heartland
- Launch of EVIATOR aligned with Gujarat’s lucrative EV incentives, 1% road-tax regime and strong logistics demand
- Advanced e-SCV aims to reshape mid- and last-mile mobility with power, payload and profitability
NE BUSINESS BUREAU
AHMEDABAD, NOV 25
Marking a high-voltage entry into western India, Montra Electric, the clean mobility vertical of the Murugappa Group, has launched its first Small Commercial Vehicle (e-SCV) dealership in Ahmedabad through its partner DHI Mobility Pvt Ltd. The debut facility strengthens the company’s nationwide expansion and positions Montra Electric at the centre of one of India’s strongest logistics and industrial markets.
Speaking at the launch, Saju Nair, CEO, Montra Electric (e-SCV Division), said: “Gujarat is a vital market for commercial mobility, and Ahmedabad sits at the centre of it. The EVIATOR has been field-tested across diverse terrains and applications – and is purpose-built to deliver power, range, and efficiency that align with the priorities of modern logistics businesses. Through our partnership with DHI Mobility, we are bringing future-ready electric mobility backed by strong service infrastructure directly to fleet operators in this region.”
Welcoming the partnership, Kuren Amin, Dealer Principal, DHI Mobility, said: “We are excited to partner with Montra Electric and introduce the EVIATOR to the Ahmedabad market. Our focus is on delivering seamless, reliable, and customer-centric mobility solutions that help businesses transition to clean energy without compromising on performance or profitability. With Montra Electric’s proven technology and our commitment to service excellence, we are confident in driving the adoption of intelligent electric commercial vehicles across Gujarat.”
Gujarat’s EV Push Creates Strong Tailwinds for e-SCVs
Montra Electric’s Gujarat foray arrives at a time when the state is aggressively promoting electric mobility, offering a suite of incentives that significantly lower acquisition and operational costs for commercial EV fleet operators.
Key Incentives Under Gujarat EV Policy
- ₹10,000 per kWh state subsidy on battery capacity (in addition to central FAME incentives).
- Maximum subsidy up to 40% of ex-factory price for eligible EVs.
- 1% EV road tax till March 31, 2026 — a substantial reduction from the earlier 6%.
- 25% capital subsidy for public charging stations, capped at ₹10 lakh for the first 250 stations.
- 100% electricity duty exemption for EV charging infrastructure during the policy period.
These incentives make Gujarat one of the most cost-efficient states in India for adopting electric small commercial vehicles, sharply enhancing ROI for transporters, e-commerce fleets, MSMEs, and intra-city logistics operators.
EVIATOR: Built for India’s Commercial Future
The dealership will showcase the Montra Electric EVIATOR, India’s first Tru EV small commercial vehicle engineered to deliver high productivity, durability and lower total cost of ownership.
Core performance highlights include:
- 1.7-ton payload capacity
- 10.3-ft long deck
- Real-world range of 170 km
- 80 kW peak power and 300 Nm torque
- Advanced telematics & real-time diagnostics
- 1M App connectivity
- CCS2 fast-charging support
With Ahmedabad emerging as a logistics powerhouse and Gujarat offering one of India’s most attractive EV policy frameworks, Montra Electric’s arrival is expected to energise the state’s shift toward clean, intelligent and profitable commercial mobility.
