New Delhi, Jan 9 (PTI) Gensol Engineering on Tuesday said it will invest Rs 2,000 crore to set up an EV manufacturing plant in Gujarat.

A memorandum of understanding (MoU) to this effect was signed with the Gujarat government as part of the investment promotion activity for Vibrant Gujarat Global Summit 2024.

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The project will generate around 1,500 jobs in the region, Gensol said in a regulatory filing.

The MoU was signed in the presence of Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel.

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"The Rs 2,000 crore investment stands as a testament to our confidence in the state's commitment to sustainable growth and green manufacturing. We look forward to a mutually beneficial partnership that propels Gujarat to new heights in the EV revolution," said Anmol Singh Jaggi, Co-founder, Gensol Group.

The proposed EV manufacturing plant will be a powerhouse of innovation, churning out a diverse range of cutting-edge EVs across segments, catering to both commercial and personal vehicle space, the company said.

The 10th edition of Vibrant Gujarat Global Summit is scheduled from January 10-12, 2024.

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