EKA Mobility Gets Automotive PLI Certification from ARAI for Electric Bus Platform

Mumbai, 21 May 2025 — EKA Mobility, a top electric vehicle and technology firm, has received the Automotive PLI Certificate from the Automotive Research Association of India (ARAI). The award, under the Advanced Automotive Technology Vehicles category, supports EKA’s push for clean and local transport solutions in India.

ARAI, which works under the Ministry of Heavy Industries, gave the certificate after verifying EKA’s compliance with the strict rules of the PLI scheme. The scheme aims to reward companies that design, engineer, and build advanced vehicles within India.

Dr. Sudhir Mehta, Founder and Chairman of 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 localization, and advanced technology converge to create commercially viable electric vehicles. As India accelerates its transition to sustainable transport, such recognitions help catalyze deeper industry-government collaboration and reinforce the potential of indigenous innovation to lead the shift.”

EKA’s electric bus platform is modular, light, and efficient. Its monocoque chassis allows for simpler, stronger designs. The platform works across many bus sizes, which makes it flexible for different uses—urban or intercity.

The company focused on local value, cost control, and cutting-edge features. These efforts lower the total cost of ownership (TCO), which makes electric buses more profitable and easier to adopt at scale. The certification also fits well with the ‘Make in India’ vision, which calls for high-quality manufacturing using Indian skills and resources.

About EKA Mobility (Pinnacle Mobility Solutions Pvt. Ltd.)

EKA Mobility is part of Pinnacle Mobility Solutions Pvt. Ltd., with global partners Mitsui & Co., Ltd. (Japan) and VDL Groep (Netherlands). The company builds electric commercial vehicles with smart design, lean production, and strong teams. Its goal is to make electric transport clean, affordable, and practical. EKA’s low-cost production methods and shareable technologies help scale EV adoption across markets.

Conclusion

In summary, EKA Mobility has earned the Automotive PLI Certificate from ARAI for its advanced electric bus platform. The award confirms EKA’s compliance with India’s clean mobility goals and the PLI scheme’s strict standards. The company’s modular, cost-efficient, and locally developed platform reflects its strong focus on innovation and sustainability. Backed by global partners, EKA is helping shape India’s electric vehicle future with practical, scalable, and homegrown solutions.

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