Eicher delivers first batch of Intercity 13.5m AC sleeper buses to Vijayanand Travels Private Limited (VTPL)

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  • Vijayanand Travels Private Limited (VTPL) – a leader in Indian Bus industry.
  • Fully speced Eicher 13.5 m bus chassis with body built at Hosakote to offer passengers an exceptional travel experience.

3rd July, 2023, Bengaluru: Eicher Trucks & Buses, a business unit of VE Commercial Vehicles, announced its first deliveries against a prestigious order of 50 Eicher Intercity 13.5m AC sleeper buses to Vijayanand Travels Private Limited (VTPL), one of the most prominent players in the Indian Bus Industry.

Eicher Intercity 13.5m AC sleeper bus specifications
Exterior and Interior:

  • Full air-suspension
  • Design Type: Tall Boy
  • Body Type: Galvanized Tubular Structure with Anti-Corrosive Paint
  • Structure: Galvanized Tubular Type
  • Side Window: Pasted Toughened with Tint
  • Saloon Type: Flat Floor
  • AC Capacity: 38 kW

Passenger Capacity:

  • Berth (2X1): 36 + D (Driver)

  • Luggage Capacity:
  • Space: 7.1 m³
  • Location: Side Hatches

Additional Features:

  • Turning Circle Diameter: 22.2 meters
  • Flooring: Anti-Skid Vinyl
    Dedicated to providing exceptional travel experiences to intercity passengers, the Eicher Intercity 13.5m AC sleeper buses will form the latest addition to VTPL’s extensive fleet. These state-of-the-art buses are a combination of the renowned body-building excellence of VECV’s Hosakote factory and fully speced Eicher 13.5m full-air suspension bus chassis. Designed to elevate the travel experience, each berth in the sleeper variant offers a spacious and comfortable environment. Passengers can enjoy personalized features such as individual headboards, well-lit saloons with LED lighting, reading lights, individual AC vents for optimal climate control, side guards for added safety, convenient upper deck access ladders, USB chargers, mobile holders, ample storage racks, dedicated footwear space, and large side windows that offer panoramic views of the surroundings.

Commenting on the partnership, Mr. Vinod Aggarwal, MD & CEO of VECV, stated, “We are delighted to strengthen our relationship with Vijayanand Travels Private Limited with this delivery of Eicher Intercity sleeper buses. VECV remains dedicated to offering secure, reliable, and premium transportation options, and our association with VTPL represents our commitment to achieving this goal.”

Mr. Akash Passey, President of, Bus Division, VE Commercial Vehicles Limited, added, “The delivery of Eicher Intercity sleeper buses to VTPL aligns perfectly with changing market dynamics, wherein passengers seek enhanced comfort and safety. VTPL has been a valuable partner for VECV, and we are proud to contribute to their success by delivering top-of-the-line buses. VECV through Volvo and Eicher brands, proudly stands as India’s only OEM to manufacture sleeper buses, further exemplifying our commitment to innovation and shaping the future of the bus industry. “

“We are thrilled to partner with VECV for the delivery of Eicher Intercity sleeper buses. VECV has always been at the forefront of innovation in the commercial vehicle industry, and its commitment to delivering reliable and luxurious buses is commendable. The Eicher Intercity sleeper buses provide exceptional comfort, safety, and convenience for our passengers, elevating their travel experience. This collaboration reinforces our position as a market leader in the private passenger travel industry and enhances our ability to serve our customers across various routes and destinations. We look forward to continuing our successful relationship with VECV,” said Mr. Shiva Sankeshwar, Managing Director, Vijayanand Travels Private Limited.

Eicher Trucks and Buses offers one of the widest product ranges, from 4.9-55T GVW trucks and 12-72-seater buses. These products are produced on Eicher’s most innovative BSVI solution – EUTECH6 which offers the most reliable engine technology and best-in-class fuel efficiency. It is the first player to introduce 100% connected range of vehicles with advanced telematics which provides enhanced fuel efficiency, superior uptime enabled by the industry-first Eicher Uptime Centre support, and segment-specific benefits such as enhanced logistical efficiency in e-commerce & passenger safety in buses.

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ಲೇಬರ್ ಆಕ್ಟ್ ಮತ್ತು ಇಂಡಸ್ಟ್ರಿಯಲ್ ಆಕ್ಟ್ ನಲ್ಲಿರುವ ಹಾಗೆ ಇ.ಸಿ.ಐ., ಪಿ.ಎಫ್ ಬೇಸಿಕ್‌, ಡಿ.ಎ, ವೀಕ್ಲಿ ಆಫ್, ಜಿ.ಎಸ್.ಟಿ., ಸಿ.ಎಸ್.ಟಿ. ಇಷ್ಟೂ ಸಹ ನಮ್ಮ ಕಾನೂನಿನ ಅಡಿಯಲ್ಲಿರುವ ರೀತಿ ಅಲ್ಲದೆ ಬೇರೆ ಕಾನೂನಿನ ಚೌಕಟ್ಟನ್ನು ಮೀರಿ ಹಲವು ದೊಡ್ಡ ಕಂಪನಿಗಳು ವ್ಯವಹರಿಸುತ್ತಿರುವ ಬಗ್ಗೆ ಪತ್ರಿಕಾ ಗೋಷ್ಥಿ.

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ಲೇಬರ್ ಆಕ್ಟ್ ಮತ್ತು ಇಂಡಸ್ಟ್ರಿಯಲ್ ಆಕ್ಟ್ ನಲ್ಲಿರುವ ಹಾಗೆ ಇ.ಸಿ.ಐ., ಪಿ.ಎಫ್ ಬೇಸಿಕ್‌, ಡಿ.ಎ, ವೀಕ್ಲಿ ಆಫ್, ಜಿ.ಎಸ್.ಟಿ., ಸಿ.ಎಸ್.ಟಿ. ಇಷ್ಟೂ ಸಹ ನಮ್ಮ ಕಾನೂನಿನ ಅಡಿಯಲ್ಲಿರುವ ರೀತಿ ಅಲ್ಲದೆ ಬೇರೆ ಕಾನೂನಿನ ಚೌಕಟ್ಟನ್ನು ಮೀರಿ ಹಲವು ದೊಡ್ಡ ಕಂಪನಿಗಳು ವ್ಯವಹರಿಸುತ್ತಿರುವ ಬಗ್ಗೆ ಪತ್ರಿಕಾ ಗೋಷ್ಥಿ.

ಪಿ.ಎಫ್. 25%, ಇ.ಎಸ್.ಐ.4%, ಜಿ.ಎಸ್.ಟಿ. 9ಮ ಸಿ.ಎಸ್.ಟಿ. 9% ಇವೆಲ್ಲವೂ ಸಹ ಮೇಲೆ ತಿಳಿಸಿದ ಕಾನೂನಿನ ಚೌಕಟ್ಟಿನಲ್ಲಿರುತ್ತದೆ. ಆದರೆ ಈ ಮೇಲೆ ತಿಳಿಸಿದ ಹಾಗೆ ಯಾವುದೇ ರೀತಿಯಲ್ಲಿ ವ್ಯವಹರಿಸದೆ ಅವ್ಯವಹಾರಿಕ ಅಂದರೆ ಕಾನೂನಿನ ವಿರುದ್ಧವಾಗಿ ಈಗ ನಾವು ಲೇಬರ್ ಆಕ್ಟ್ ಪ್ರಕಾರ ವ್ಯವಹರಿಸಬೇಕೆ ಅಥವಾ ದೊಡ್ಡ ಕಂಪನಿಗಳ ಪ್ರಕಾರ ವ್ಯವಹರಿಸಬೇಕೆ ಎಂದು ತೀರ್ಮಾನಿಸಲು ನನಗೆ ಗೊಂದಲಮಯವಾಗಿರುತ್ತದೆ.

ದೊಡ್ಡ ಕಂಪನಿಗಳ ಸನಿಹದಲ್ಲಿ ಸಿಲುಕಿರುವ ನಮ್ಮಂತಹ ಸಣ್ಣಪುಟ್ಟ ಸೆಕ್ಯೂರಿಟಿ ಕಂಪನಿಗಳು ಕಾನೂನಿನ ಚೌಕಟ್ಟಿನಲ್ಲಿ ಕಾರ್ಯನಿರ್ವಹಿಸಲು ಆಗದೆ ದೊಡ್ಡ ಕಂಪನಿಗಳ ಹಿಡಿತದಲ್ಲಿ ಸಿಲುಕಿ ಒದ್ದಾಡುವಂತಾಗಿದೆ. ದೊಡ್ಡ ಕಂಪನಿಗಳ ಪ್ರಕಾರ ಕಾರ್ಯನಿರ್ವಹಿಸಲು ಪ್ರಾರಂಭಿಸಿದರೆ ನಮ್ಮಂತಹ ಸಣ್ಣ ಕಂಪನಿಗಳಿಗೆ ಹಾನಿಕರವಾಗಿರುತ್ತದೆ. ಆದ್ದರಿಂದ ಕೂಲಿ ಕಾರ್ಮಿಕರಿಗೆ ಮತ್ತು ಸೆಕ್ಯೂರಿಟಿ ಗಾರ್ಡ್‌ಗಳಿಗೆ ಯಾವುದೇ ರೀತಿಯ ಸರ್ಕಾರಿ ಸೌಲಭ್ಯಗಳು ಕಾನೂನು ರೀತಿಯಾಗಿ ಸಿಗದೆ ಅನ್ಯಾಯಗೊಳ್ಳಗಾಗುತ್ತಿದ್ದಾರೆ. ಅಂದರೆ ಓವರ್ ಟೈಂ ಡ್ಯೂಟಿ, (8 ಗಂಟೆಗಳ ಬದಲು 12 ಗಂಟೆ) ಕೆಲಸ ಮಾಡಿಸುತ್ತಿದ್ದಾರೆ.

ಇ.ಸಿ.ಐ., ಪಿ.ಎಫ್., ಸಿಗದೆ ಇರುವುದು. ಈಗ ಸದ್ಯದ ಪರಿಸ್ಥಿತಿಯಲ್ಲಿ ನಾವು ನೀಡುತ್ತಿರುವ ಟ್ಯಾಕ್ಸ್, ಜಿ.ಎಸ್.ಟಿ., ಸಿ.ಎಸ್.ಟಿ. ಅತೀ ದುಬಾರಿಯಾಗಿದ್ದು, ಜಿ.ಎಸ್‌.ಟಿ ಅಥವಾ ಸಿ.ಎಸ್.ಟಿಯನ್ನು ಕಡಿತಗೊಳಿಸಬೇಕೆಂದು ಅಹವಾಲು ಕೋರುತ್ತಾ ಏಕೆಂದರೆ ಕೂಲಿ ಕಾರ್ಮಿಕರು ಆಯಾ ಆಯಾ ಲೋಕಲ್ ನಲ್ಲಿರುವವರೆಂದು ಕೇಂದ್ರಕ್ಕೆ ಸಂಬಂದಿಸುವುದಿಲ್ಲವೆಂದು ತಿಳಿಸುತ್ತೇನೆ. ಅದೇ ರೀತಿ 25% ಪಿ.ಎಫ್. ಬದಲು 12% ಪಿ.ಎಫ್. ಕಟ್ಟಲು ಬದಲಾಯಿಸಿ ತರಲು ಒತ್ತಾಯಿಸುತ್ತೇವೆ.

ಹಲವು ದೊಡ್ಡ ಕಂಪನಿಗಳು ಸೆಕ್ಯೂರಿಟಿ ಒಪ್ಪಂದಗಳನ್ನು ಮಾಡಿಕೊಂಡು ಅಧೀನ ಕಂಪನಿಗಳಿಗೆ ತಿಂಗಳ ತಿಂಗಳ ಸೆಕ್ಯೂರಿಟಿ ಗಾರ್ಡ್, ಸೂಪರ್ ವೈಸರ್, ಗಾರ್ಡ್ಸ್‌ಗಳ ಸಂಬಳವನ್ನು ನೀಡಲು ನಿರಾಕರಿಸುತ್ತಾರೆ. ಹಾಗೆಯೇ ಸುಮಾರು ತಿಂಗಳುಗಳ ಬಾಕಿಯನ್ನು ಕೊಡದೆ ಸತಾಯಿಸುತ್ತಿರುತ್ತಾರೆ.ಲೇಬರ್ ಅಧಿಕಾರಿಗಳು ಇಂತಹ ದೊಡ್ಡ ಕಂಪನಿಗಳ ಮೇಲೆ ಯಾವುದೇ ರೀತಿಯ ಕ್ರಮ ತೆಗೆದುಕೊಳ್ಳಲು ನಿರಾಕರಿಸುತ್ತಾರೆ. ಅಂದರೆ ಪರೋಕ್ಷವಾಗಿ ಅವರು ಈ ದೊಡ್ಡ ಕಂಪನಿಗಳ ಪರವಾಗಿರುತ್ತಾರೆಂದು ತಿಳಿಯಪಡಿಸುತ್ತಿದ್ದೇನೆ.

ಯಾವುದೇ ದೊಡ್ಡ ಕಂಪನಿಗಳು ಈ ರೀತಿಯಾದಂತಹ ನಿರಂಕುಶ (ಡಿಕ್ಟೇಟರ್) ಆಡಳಿತಕ್ಕೆ ಕಡಿವಾಣ ಹಾಕುವಂತೆ ಸಂಬಂಧಿಸಿದ ಪ್ರಾಧಿಕಾರಕ್ಕೆ ನಮ್ಮ ಮನವಿಯನ್ನು ಮುಟ್ಟುವಂತೆ ಮಾಡಲು ನಮ್ಮ ಈ ಪತ್ರಿಕೋದ್ಯಮಗಳ ಸಮ್ಮುಖದಲ್ಲಿ ವಿನಂತಿಸುತ್ತೇವೆ ಎಂದು ಪ್ರೆಸ್ಸ್ ಕ್ಲಬ್ ಆಫ್ ಬೆಂಗಳೂರಿನಲ್ಲಿ ನಡೆದ ಪತ್ರಿಕಾ ಗೋಷ್ಥಿಯಲ್ಲಿ  ಭೀಮ್ಸ್ ಸೆಕ್ಯೂರಿಟಿ ಸರ್ವಿಸ್ ನ ಮ್ಯಾನೇಜಿಂಗ್ ಪಾರ್ಟ್ನರ್ ಆದ ಸಿ. ಆರ್. ಶೆಟ್ಟ್ ಯವರು ತಿಳಿಸಿದರು

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HSRP scam likely to hit 20k families in the state 

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Activists allege huge kick bag behind HSRP scam

Bengaluru:  The High Security Registration Plates (HSRP), a flagship project of The Union Ministry of Road Transport and Highways (MoRTH) has gone off the road, with allegations of corruption even before its implementation. It has become another challenge to the Congress government, which is also planning to probe the commission cut allegations of the previous BJP government.

A few days ago, the Bengaluru University PG and Research Students Association filed a detailed complaint regarding HSRP number plates with the state government and demanded a thorough probe into the allegations.

What is the allegation?

Lokeshram , president of the association, says that the prime reason why HSRP has been made mandatory is that the old number plates are quite easy to temper with and can be misused by car thieves. The HSRPs comprise details like engine number and chassis number in a centralised database. The data helps in identifying a stolen car. HSRP is an aluminium-made ‘high-security registration plate’ that is fixed to a vehicle using two non-reusable locks.  A chromium-based hologram of Ashoka Chakra of 20 mm x 20 mm size is applied by hot stamping on the top left-hand corner of the plate in both front and rear plates to protect against counterfeiting. The permanent identification number (PIN) of a minimum of 10 digits is laser branded into the reflective sheeting on the bottom left-hand side of the registration plate with a letter size of 5 mm. The HSRP is linked electronically to the vehicle after its affixture to the vehicle on registration.

Though it is a flagship project of the central government, it is going down the wrong road in Karnataka. The association alleges that, according to experts, rules made in Karnataka violate the norms stipulated by the MoRTH. It is prepared by the transport department in Karnataka, and if implemented, close to 20,000 families will take a hit and lose their livelihoods.

Lokeshram explained that MoRTH has given permission to close to 20 companies to install HSRP number plates on existing and new vehicles in the country. However, in order to create a monopoly, only four firms in Karnataka are likely to get permission to install HSRP number plates. “By selecting only four firms and keeping out other players, it has proved that there is a good scope for corruption by creating a monopoly,” alleged Lokeshram.

The installation of the HSRP number in all vehicles is mandatory, and the platform is said to be ready by the transport department to enable vehicle manufacturers or dealers to fulfill it. The reality is that HSRP is not manufactured by the vehicle manufacturers, but has to be sourced from other manufacturers and fitted to the vehicles.  The reality is that out of the 20 HSRP manufacturers in the list of the central government, the secret pact has given permission to only four to five firms, which is owned by one person. Lokeshram expressed concern in his complaint that the purpose of the entire project may go astray due to the alleged bribery involvement of officials and influential persons, as they are not following any transparent process in this.

How scam works?

There is no confusion if the HSRP number plate is installed on a brand new vehicle rolling out of the showroom. The scam works with old vehicles, it is estimated that country has close to 30 crore old vehicles, out of which Karnataka has 2 crore. All these vehicles in Karnataka needs to be fitted with HSRP number plates and the cost for each vehicles is between Rs 400 to Rs 950. There is profit margin of atleast 50% in each HSRP number plate. “If given to few hands, it is estimated that profit would run into Rs 500 crores. Therefore, there is bigger lobby to bag the contracts involving officials and influentials,” alleged Lokeshram, adding this will create monopolies and give birth to a mafia. “The worst to be affected are vehicle owners and those involved in making number plates in the state. Currently, there are about 20,000 individuals who depend on this industry. By awarding contracts to few, this will snatch away their livelihood and push them to streets.”

Press meet briefed by Lokesh Ram, activist, Arjun Gopalaiah SSDF and Dr Venkatachalaiah
BNV at press Club of Bangalore.

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ADMISSION OPENS AT INSD JP NAGAR. 60+ Campuses, Study Tours  To France, UK, UAE & USA

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INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL OF DESIGN (INSD) began its journey in 2011 under the leadership of Mr. Sunjey Aggarwal. Today, INSD has over 60 campuses across India, and thousands of students have graduated from the institution. Taking the legacy forward, the young Executive Director of INSD, Mr. Pranav Raj Aggarwal, has brought several national and international collaborations, making INSD the first choice for design aspirants in the country looking to upgrade their knowledge and creative skills.

INSD offers a wide range of programs from undergraduate to graduate levels, as well as professional development courses.

It provides scholarships and placement assistance to the students. The school is committed to providing a highly stimulating learning environment that is student-centric and promotes creativity, innovation, and critical thinking. All the courses offered by INSD are mainly skill oriented and based on NEP 2020. The institution serves as a career launching point for new budding designers in Interior, Fashion, Jewellery, Textile, Graphic, Gaming, and Animation design. The Institution offers Diploma, Bachelors, Masters, Certification and short term courses in Skill development. INSD provides students with internship and work experience opportunities with leading companies and organizations in the creative industry The International School of Design opened its new flagship centres at Bengaluru and Mysuru. The centres will be under the dynamic leadership of INSD Master Franchise Licensee owner for south India & Bhuvi Designs Director, Dr. Ambika and her daughter, Ms. Ashika. And Bangalore centres Licensee owners Mrs. Urmila Sharma JP Nagar, Ms. Akshatha Jayanagar and Mrs. Sushmitha Mysuru. The INSDIANS team is confident that the new centres in Mysuru and Bengaluru will provide an excellent learning platform for all design aspirants who come to study at this well-known national brand.

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Latest study reveals 9 out of 10 customers in India want cars with a safety rating

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Latest study reveals 9 out of 10 customers in India want cars with a safety rating

Survey commissioned by Škoda Auto India and conducted by NIQ BASES
92% customers want cars in India to be crash-tested and given a safety rating
47.6% customers prioritise safety over other features in a car
Crash-rating tops list of priorities for car purchase decision
Fuel efficiency takes third place for car purchase decision
91% feel incentivising cars based on safety features will be very effective
Only 30% of all customers are aware of separate child/rear occupants safety rating
A 5-star crash rating is the most preferred crash rating for car purchase

Mumbai, June 28, 2023 – A study was conducted among customers to gauge their feature preferences, when it comes to choosing a personal car. The survey was commissioned by Škoda Auto India and conducted by NIQ BASES. It revealed a heavy inclination among customers towards the safety features of the car with 9 out of 10 customers who thought all cars in India should have a safety rating. Crash-ratings and number of airbags were the top two features driving the consumer car purchase decision as derived from the survey results. Fuel-efficiency, one of the popular features, occupied third place.

About 67% of the respondents consisted of current car owners who owned a car above Rs 5 lakh. Some 33% did not own a car, but intended to purchase one above Rs 5 lakh within a year. The survey was conducted on individuals between 18 and 54 years of age in the SEC A and B bracket, with 80% respondents being male, and 20% female.

The car’s crash rating was the top driver of customer car purchase decision with an importance score of 22.3% followed by number of airbags with an importance score of 21.6%. Fuel efficiency emerged as the third most important driver with importance score of 15.0% when purchasing a car.

When it comes to crash rating for cars, maximum customer preference of 22.2% was observed for a 5-star rating followed closely by 21.3% preference for a 4-star rating. Crash rating of zero is the least preferred with only 6.8% score.
While the awareness about existence of 2 sets of 5-star safety ratings on crash tests is high at about 76%, only about 30% of all customers in India identify child/rear occupants safety rating as being one of those two sets.

Petr Šolc, Brand Director, Škoda Auto India, said, “For us at Škoda, safety is part of our DNA and it is our philosophy to build safe cars. We have an over 50-year legacy with crash-tests and safety. And since 2008, every Škoda car has been crash-tested globally, and in India, with a 5-star safety rating. The survey reveals Škoda to be perceived as among the top-3 brands having models with high safety ratings. With India’s rapidly growing infrastructure, and the upcoming proposals for India’s own crash-testing standards, it is heartening to see consumers being aware of and demanding safety. This is the right way forward. And Škoda will continue focusing on these values to grow the brand in the Indian market.”

Amrita Srivastava, Regional Director (APMEA),BASES Speciality Sales, NIQ BASES, “The survey, which was done using NIQ BASES solution – FPO (Feature Price Optimiser) based on discrete choice methodology, revealed that the customer places the safety feature of ‘Crash Rating‘ among the tested features(1), at the forefront of their purchasing criteria. Our Feature Price Optimiser (FPO) leverages customer choices to understand their purchase behavior and trade-offs that they are willing to make. The survey covered 1,000 people in 10 states across India. The states covered were Tamil Nadu, Karnataka, Andhra Pradesh/Telangana, Rajasthan, Maharashtra, Gujarat, Delhi, West Bengal and Uttar Pradesh.”

Alejandro Furas, Secretary General Global NCAP, “Since 2014 Global NCAP has been encouraging a market shift in India for safer cars. We have been delighted with the positive response from consumers and the impact this has had on accelerating automaker safety design improvements. This recent survey demonstrates that consumers see safety as a priority in making a purchasing decision. A strong market indicator that safety sells cars as well as saving lives.”

With a major focus on safety from the Government of India and other regulators, the study was conducted to gauge the perception of safety in cars among consumers. The survey went about tracking the features which were the most discriminating in driving consumer choice. And the position of safety in this list of features. The interview flow consisted of screening questions, followed by an explanation of features and a virtual shopping exercise where customers were asked to pick and choose the most preferred concept consisting of different features The survey also had few additional questions on which direct customer responses were captured to understand their awareness/sentiments on some safety related aspects/initiatives.

The 10 features tested in the survey were: Roof Type, Ventialated/Non Ventilated Seats, No. Of Airbags, Electronic Stability, Build Quality, Crash Rating, Fuel x Fuel Efficiency, Transmission, Body-Type, Performance & Dyanamics. Out of the above 10 features, Crash rating, No. Of airbags & Electronic stability were considered as the safety features.

Further information
Škoda Auto India
Saurabh Dedhia
Product and Brand Communications
T – +91 22 3313 7046
saurabh.dedhia@skoda-auto.co.in
MSL India
Ankit Daswani
Associate Director
T – +91 9833559433
ankit.daswani@mslgroup.com

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Škoda Auto India
fascinating customers in India since 2001.
offers 3 models in India – Slavia, Kushaq and Kodiaq
present in more than 140 cities across the country with over 240 customer touchpoints
recorded triple digit growth of 125% with 53,721 units sold in 2022

Škoda Auto India website – http://www.škoda-auto.co.in
Škoda Auto India Communications Twitter Handle – @SkodaIndia_PR

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