Toyota Kirloskar Motor (TKM) reinforces its dedication to Karnataka’s economic and sustainable progress through active participation in the Invest Karnataka 2025 Global Investors Meet (GIM), held from February 11-14, 2025, at Bangalore Palace, Bengaluru. Under the theme ‘Reimagining Growth,’ GIM 2025 serves as a global stage uniting industry leaders, policymakers, and investors to explore opportunities in sustainability, innovation, and industrial advancement. With over 25 years of presence in Karnataka, TKM continues to support the state’s aspirations for economic development, job creation, and green mobility.
Senior leadership, including Manasi N. Tata, Chairperson; Swapnesh Maru, Deputy Managing Director – Corporate Planning & Green Field Project; and Sudeep Dalvi, Chief Communication Officer, Senior Vice President & Head of State Affairs, are representing TKM at the event. They are championing sustainable industrialization, clean mobility solutions, and the future of eco-friendly manufacturing in India. As a recognition of its contributions, the Government of Karnataka awarded TKM a prestigious ‘Investment Certificate’ for its commitment to economic progress, particularly for the third manufacturing plant announced in November 2023. This new facility is set to boost production capacity by 1,00,000 units annually and create 2,000 additional jobs.
Since its inception in 2010, GIM has been Karnataka’s premier investment platform, driving economic growth, industrial innovation, and policy dialogue. As a long-term partner in Karnataka’s progress, TKM has played a vital role in these discussions, aligning with the state’s vision of sustainable and inclusive development. This year’s GIM continues to attract investments that align with Karnataka’s aspirations and resonate with Toyota’s commitment to ‘Grow India & Grow with India.’
As a frontrunner in India’s transition towards sustainable mobility, TKM is actively involved in the Future of Innovation Pavilion, showcasing its leadership in eco-friendly transportation. The company is also a proud sponsor of VentuRISE, an initiative supporting startups in EV technology, electronic systems, clean mobility, and advanced manufacturing. Through these efforts, TKM is fostering a culture of innovation and entrepreneurship, empowering businesses to drive the next phase of India’s green mobility evolution.
At GIM 2025, Toyota Kirloskar Motor (TKM) is set to engage visitors through three interactive experience zones, each reflecting its commitment to sustainability, technology, and skill development. The Sustainability Pavilion will highlight Toyota’s Environmental Challenge 2050, showcasing green manufacturing initiatives and the eco-friendly design of its Bidadi plant in Karnataka. This zone underscores Toyota’s dedication to reducing its environmental footprint while advancing sustainable mobility solutions.
The Green Technology Zone will feature Toyota’s advanced xEV technology, hybrid and electric drive systems, and its latest hybrid electric models, including the all-new Camry and Corolla FFV-SHEV. Meanwhile, the Skill Development & CSR Initiatives section will demonstrate TKM’s contributions to the Skill India and Make in India missions. This zone will showcase Toyota University programs and various CSR-driven educational projects aimed at empowering India’s workforce with industry-relevant skills.
Sharing her insights, Manasi N. Tata, Vice Chairperson – Toyota Kirloskar Motor, stated, “Our journey has always been about creating lasting value for society through innovation, sustainability, and inclusivity. Karnataka has been the foundation of our growth in India, and we are proud to contribute to the community by investing in industrial progress and clean mobility solutions.”
Speaking at the event, Swapnesh R. Maru, Deputy Managing Director – Corporate Planning, Green Field Project, Toyota Kirloskar Motor, emphasized, “Sustainability is about harmonizing people, progress, and the planet. Our commitment to green mobility reflects our responsibility to create a cleaner, safer, and more inclusive future. Our participation in Invest Karnataka 2025 underscores this vision, as we take meaningful steps toward carbon neutrality and foster an ecosystem of collaboration and responsible manufacturing.”
Sudeep Dalvi, Chief Communication Officer, Senior Vice President & Head of State Affairs – Toyota Kirloskar Motor, highlighted, “Sustainability is central to Toyota’s philosophy, and TKM is committed to pioneering clean mobility solutions aligned with India’s carbon neutrality goals. We appreciate the Government of Karnataka’s progressive policies, which have built a strong industrial ecosystem and positioned Karnataka as a manufacturing and innovation hub. Through our participation in Invest Karnataka 2025, we continue to contribute to technological advancements, skill development, and responsible manufacturing.”
Over the past 25 years, TKM has been a key partner in Karnataka’s industrial journey, investing ₹16,000 crores, with an additional ₹4,000 crores in progress, including a third plant with a capacity of 1,00,000 units annually. Beyond manufacturing, TKM remains committed to skill development and localization, expanding the Toyota Technical Training Institute (TTTI) to 1,200 students, including 600 female students, to empower Karnataka’s youth. Additionally, TKM is strengthening Karnataka’s skill ecosystem by developing 16 Government Tool Room & Training Centers (GTTC) with plans to reach 36 by 2026 and collaborating with 49 ITIs, having trained nearly 3,000 students, with a target of 88 institutes.
Localization remains a cornerstone of TKM’s operations, with 90% of key models like the Innova and Fortuner locally produced and 92% of steel sourced domestically. Karnataka continues to emerge as a global manufacturing hub, with TKM’s e-drive unit at Toyota Kirloskar Auto Parts (TKAP) supplying key components to Japan and other global markets.
TKM’s commitment to sustainability and community development is evident in its Bidadi plant’s operations, powered entirely by renewable energy, with 89.3% of its water demand met through rainwater harvesting and recycling, and 96.4% of waste being repurposed. The Toyota Ecozone has educated over 40,000 school children, while afforestation efforts have resulted in 328,000 trees being planted.
Through TTTI, TKM empowers underprivileged rural youth in Karnataka by enhancing their skill sets and employability. The company’s CSR programs have impacted 2.3 million lives, including initiatives in road safety awareness for 1.4 million people, water conservation for rural families, and health and hygiene programs benefiting over 100,000 students. As TKM participates in Invest Karnataka 2025, it reiterates its unwavering commitment to the state’s progress, ensuring that its legacy of innovation, sustainability, and job creation continues to shape Karnataka’s future as a leader in green mobility and responsible manufacturing.
