DPIIT ties up with Ather Energy to boost EVmanufacturing and clean mobility ecosystem
Release time: 2025-07-31
The electric two-wheeler manufacturer, Ather Energy, has signed aMemorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIlT), Ministry of Commerce and Industry.
According to an official statement by the Ministry of Commerce & Industry on Tuesday, the MoU aims to accelerate the growth of India’s clean mobility and advanced manufacturing sectors.
As per the MoU Ather Energy, will collaborate with DPIIT under the Build in Bharat initiative led by the Startup Policy Forum (SPF). The SPF is a coalition of over 50 innovation-focused startups working towards building a strong ecosystem for manufacturing in India.
The MoU outlined a comprehensive partnership that will include strategic mentorship for deep-tech startups, infrastructure support for startups in the EVvalue chain, and joint innovation programs such as the Bharat Startup Grand Challenge.
The collaboration will also include co-hosted talent and skill development initiatives, participation in key startup events like Startup Mahakumbh, and on-ground exposure visits to foster learning and networking.
The MoU was signed in the presence of Joint Secretary, DPlT, SanjivSingh, and Co-founder and CEO of Ather Energy, Tarun Mehta.
The partnership is expected to create a more supportive environment for manufacturing-oriented startups and contribute significantly to India’s transition towards sustainable transportation.
