DPIIT and Ather Energy Sign MoU to Accelerate EV Manufacturing and Clean Mobility under 'Build in Bharat' Initiative.
MOUs and Agreement
In July 2025, the Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT), functioning under the Ministry of Commerce and Industry (MoC&I), signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Indian electric vehicle manufacturer Ather Energy Limited. This collaboration is a key component of the government’s 'Build in Bharat' initiative to support clean mobility, advanced manufacturing, and deep-tech startup growth in India.
- The MoU was formally exchanged in the presence of Sanjiv Singh, Joint Secretary of DPIIT, and Tarun Mehta, Co-founder and Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Ather Energy Limited. The agreement marks a public-private synergy to scale India’s clean-tech capabilities and promote innovation in electric vehicle (EV) infrastructure and manufacturing.
- This partnership is part of the 'Build in Bharat' initiative steered by the Startup Policy Forum (SPF), a collective platform of over 50 innovation-led Indian startups. The initiative seeks to drive forward self-reliant manufacturing ecosystems and deep-tech capabilities with focused government and industry collaboration.
- Under the terms of the MoU, DPIIT and Ather Energy will work jointly to support 'strategic mentorship' for deep-tech startups, especially those engaged in the EV value chain. The MoU also covers assistance in setting up infrastructure hubs that can facilitate innovation in mobility technology.
Main Point :- (i) One of the core deliverables of this partnership includes the launch of co-branded national-level programs such as the “Bharat Startup Grand Challenge.” These initiatives will promote early-stage innovation, nurture talent pipelines, and engage with emerging startups aligned with India's electric and sustainable transport mission.
(ii) The collaboration also emphasizes skills enhancement and talent development in the EV manufacturing sector. This will involve organizing industry-focused workshops, boot camps, and training programs aimed at boosting entrepreneurial and technical capabilities among youth and startup founders.
(iii) The MoU will further strengthen participation in flagship national startup events like Startup Mahakumbh, fostering visibility and investment for EV and clean mobility startups. The initiative aligns closely with India’s net-zero goals, industrial growth strategies, and commitment to achieving leadership in sustainable technologies.
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