EKA Mobility secures automotive PLI certificate for electric bus platform
has been awarded the Automotive
Production Linked Incentive (PLI)
Certificate under the
Advanced Automotive Technology (AAT)
Vehicles category by the Automotive Research Association of India (
ARAI
). The certification confirms the company's adherence to the eligibility criteria outlined in the Ministry of Heavy Industries' PLI scheme, which aims to promote the development and manufacturing of electric vehicle platforms in India.
ARAI, the designated testing and certification agency under the ministry, issued the certificate for EKA's electric bus platform, recognising its efforts toward indigenisation and alignment with national clean mobility goals.
Sudhir Mehta
, Founder and Chairman, EKA Mobility, said, 'Securing the Automotive PLI Certificate for the EKA bus platform reflects the evolving readiness of India's EV manufacturing ecosystem to deliver globally benchmarked, locally engineered mobility solutions. The certification affirms the significance of a vertically integrated approach where product development, supply chain localisation, and advanced technology converge to create commercially viable electric vehicles. As India accelerates its transition to sustainable transport, such recognitions help catalyse deeper industry-government collaboration and reinforce the potential of indigenous innovation to lead the shift.'
Modular platform
The certified electric bus platform is built with a modular structure, allowing configuration across multiple bus lengths based on operational needs. It incorporates a monocoque chassis and lightweight construction, aimed at optimising operational efficiency and cost.
According to the company, the platform supports local value addition and is aligned with the objectives of the 'Make in India' initiative. It is developed to enable a low total cost of ownership (TCO), supporting broader EV adoption across commercial transport segments.
EKA Mobility continues to focus on the localisation of EV technology and aims to contribute to India's transition towards cleaner transport systems through in-house development and supply chain integration.
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