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Auto plants in Maharashtra scale down operations to align with guidelines

Overall monthly production likely to be hit by 30-40%

automobile, auto sales, auto component, car, equipment, manufacturing, component, production, jobs, workers
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Mahindra is bearing the cost of inoculating its associates and their spouses, eligible as per the government norms

Shally Seth Mohile Mumbai
On Day-One of the lockdown announced by the Maharashtra Government, it wasn’t business as usual for automobile manufacturing units in the State. Confusion prevailed over regulations—what is allowed and what isn't.  While some units ran with less than half the workforce, others sought clarity from the government on what is permissible and what isn't.

The State accounts for close to 20 per cent of the total vehicle production and is home to manufacturers like Tata Motors, Mahindra & Mahindra, Bajaj Auto, Force Motors, Mercedes Benz and Volkswagen. It is also a critical auto parts hub for for vehicle manufacturers outside Maharashtra.

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