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Updated On: 19-Jun-2025 06:55 AM
Tata Motors launches two new vehicle scrapping centres in Lucknow and Raipur under its Re.Wi.Re initiative, supporting India’s National Vehicle Scrappage Policy with eco-friendly, digital dismantling of all vehicle types.
Key Highlights:
Tata Motors has announced the opening of two new Registered Vehicle Scrapping Facilities (RVSFs) located in Lucknow and Raipur. These centres were inaugurated virtually by Shri Nitin Gadkari, Union Minister of Road Transport and Highways. The move is part of Tata Motors’ Re.Wi.Re – Recycle with Respect initiative and supports the government’s National Vehicle Scrappage Policy.
Focus on Cleaner Mobility and Efficient Recycling
Shri Nitin Gadkari emphasized that these facilities align with India’s push for cleaner and more fuel-efficient transport. He added that the scrapping centres will help recover valuable materials from old vehicles while making the scrapping process easier and safer for vehicle owners.
Facilities Equipped to Dismantle All Vehicle Types
The new centres can dismantle end-of-life vehicles across all categories and brands. This includes two-wheelers, three-wheelers, passenger vehicles, and commercial vehicles. The Raipur centre, managed by Raipur Green Energy Pvt. Ltd., can process up to 25,000 vehicles per year. The Lucknow centre, operated by Moto Scrapland Pvt. Ltd., has an annual capacity of 15,000 vehicles.
Tata Motors’ Commitment to Sustainability
Girish Wagh, Executive Director at Tata Motors, highlighted that the Re.Wi.Re initiative reflects the company’s dedication to sustainable and responsible business practices. With these new centres, Tata Motors’ network can now dismantle more than 1,75,000 vehicles annually across India.
Current scrapping facilities in India
Tata Motors currently runs ten other scrapping facilities in cities such as Jaipur, Bhubaneswar, Surat, Chandigarh, Delhi NCR, Pune, Guwahati, and Kolkata. Each facility uses a fully digital and paperless system to ensure safe and compliant removal of tyres, batteries, fluids, and other vehicle parts, following national scrappage policy standards.
About Tata Motors
Tata Motors Limited is part of the USD 165 billion Tata Group and is a leading automobile manufacturer in India and worldwide. It is a top player in commercial vehicles and among the top three in passenger vehicles in India. The company invests in innovation, sustainable mobility, and electric vehicle technology, with design and R&D centres both in India and internationally.
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CMV360 Says
This move by Tata Motors is a positive step towards cleaner roads and better recycling of old vehicles. Expanding scrapping centres makes it easier for owners to dispose of unfit and old vehicles safely, which benefits both the environment and public safety. It demonstrates how the automotive industry can practically support sustainable practices.