Sonalika Tractors, India’s No.1 tractor export brand, today announced the rollout of its 20 lakhth tractor from its World’s Largest Integrated Tractor Manufacturing Plant in Hoshiarpur, Punjab. The landmark achievement marks a defining moment in the company’s 30-year journey of innovation, manufacturing excellence and commitment towards empowering farmers across India and the world.
The milestone reflects Sonalika’s remarkable transformation from a homegrown tractor manufacturer in Hoshiarpur to a globally recognised brand serving farmers across 150+ countries. Established in 1996, the company has consistently challenged industry benchmarks through advanced engineering, farmer-focused product development and world-class manufacturing capabilities.
Over the past three decades, Sonalika has played a pivotal role in putting Hoshiarpur on the global manufacturing map. The company has built a robust industrial ecosystem around its facility, creating a strong network of manufacturing partners and suppliers. From producing two tractors a day during its early years, Sonalika today manufactures a new tractor every two minutes to meet the growing mechanisation needs of India, the world’s largest tractor market, along with global markets.
The Hoshiarpur manufacturing facility represents Sonalika’s commitment to quality and technological advancement. Equipped with advanced automation, robotics and comprehensive testing systems, the plant ensures every tractor meets stringent standards of performance, durability and reliability. With 100% in-house manufacturing capabilities for tractor components, Sonalika maintains complete control over quality and innovation across its production ecosystem.
Commenting on the achievement, Dr Amrit Sagar Mittal, Vice Chairman, International Tractors Limited, said, “The rollout of our 20 lakhth tractor is a proud moment for every member of the Sonalika family. What began as a vision in Hoshiarpur has evolved into a global symbol of Indian manufacturing excellence. This milestone belongs to the farmers who have trusted us for generations and motivates us to continue creating solutions that drive agricultural prosperity.”
Dr Deepak Mittal, Managing Director, International Tractors Limited, said, “The 20 lakhth tractor milestone showcases the strength of Indian engineering and the impact of innovation-led manufacturing. From a small town in Punjab to farms across 150+ countries, Sonalika has built a globally respected brand. Our focus remains on accelerating growth, expanding our global footprint and delivering next-generation solutions for farmers worldwide.”
Raman Mittal, Joint Managing Director, International Tractors Limited, added, “Every tractor rolling out from Hoshiarpur carries the strength of our integrated manufacturing capabilities and the precision of advanced technology. Our journey represents the spirit of ‘Jeetne Ka Dum’ — the determination to continuously raise the bar for farmers. From Hoshiarpur to the world, we remain committed to powering dreams and enabling farmers to achieve greater success.”
Founded in 1996, Sonalika Tractors is India’s No.1 tractor export brand and one of the country’s leading tractor manufacturers. Driven by its philosophy of ‘Jeetne Ka Dum’, Sonalika has grown from Hoshiarpur, Punjab, into a globally respected brand with a presence in more than 150 countries.
The company operates the World’s Largest Integrated Tractor Manufacturing Plant, producing high-performance tractors designed for diverse agricultural applications and farming conditions. Sonalika is a proud Fortune 500 India organisation among the country’s largest 500 companies and is recognised for its manufacturing excellence, technology leadership and farmer-first approach.
Sonalika continues to pioneer farmer-focused initiatives, including price transparency in the tractor industry through the public disclosure of tractor prices and service costs on its website. As the company celebrates 30 years of empowering farmers in 2026, Sonalika remains committed to strengthening rural prosperity and advancing India’s leadership in global farm mechanisation.
