India's electric vehicle transition has crossed from aspiration into reality. As of early 2026, the PM E-DRIVE Scheme has supported more than 28 lakh EVs, with 22.12 lakh units sold as of January 2026.

The automotive industry is undergoing its most significant structural shift in over a century. Across the world, OEMs are retooling factories, rewriting production playbooks, and rethinking their workforce requirements as electric vehicles move from niche products to mainstream manufacturing priorities.

The auto industry in India is racing toward electrification, connectivity and automation. New automotive jobs will center on electric vehicles (EVs), software and advanced electronics.

The Indian auto sector is undergoing a rapid transformation. Electric vehicles (EVs), connected car technology, and advanced driver-assistance systems (ADAS) are reshaping the landscape.

Automotive industry is currently experiencing a historic transformation. With the market projected to reach $300 billion by 2026, the demand for high-precision manufacturing has never been higher

The BW Auto World 40 Under 40 Summit & Awards 2025 brought together industry leaders, policy makers, and young innovators at a defining moment for India’s automotive sector.