KETO Motors to Invest Rs. 300 Crore in Telangana Electric Bus Plant

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Shri D. Sridhar Babu, Minister for Information Technology, Electronics & Communications, Industries & Commerce, and Legislative Affairs, Telangana, was present at the MoU signing. The Government of Telangana will support the project by facilitating all statutory and regulatory approvals through the TG-iPASS single-window system, reinforcing the state’s positioning as a fast-emerging hub for clean mobility and EV manufacturing.

Venkatesh Challa, Director, KETO Motors, and D. Sridhar Babu, Minister for Information Technology, Electronics & Communications, Industries & Commerce, and Legislative Affairs, Telangana (first and third from left respectively) after signing the MoU at the Telangana Rising Global Summit 2025

Welcoming the investment, Shri D. Sridhar Babu said, “Telangana continues to lead India’s transition to clean mobility by building a strong and future-ready electric vehicle ecosystem. KETO Motors’ investment in Jadcherla strengthens our EV value chain, boosts advanced manufacturing, and creates large-scale employment opportunities for our youth. We remain committed to supporting innovation, emerging technologies, and enterprises that drive sustainable, inclusive, and long-term economic growth.”

Commenting on the development, Mr. Venkatesh Challa, Director, KETO Motors, said, “Telangana has emerged as one of the most forward-looking states for EV manufacturing, and we are proud to deepen our presence here. The new Jadcherla facility will enable us to scale production, build globally benchmarked electric buses, and contribute meaningfully to the state’s sustainable transportation vision. This MoU represents a key milestone in our long-term growth strategy and underscores our commitment to strengthening India’s domestic manufacturing ecosystem.”

Telangana Rising Global Summit 2025 is a flagship global leadership and innovation platform showcasing the state’s vision, industrial strengths, innovation ecosystem, and long-term development roadmap. The Summit also witnessed the release of the Telangana Rising 2047 Vision document. The event was held under the leadership of Hon’ble Chief Minister Shri Revanth Reddy, with a strong focus on industrial growth, innovation-led development, and sustainable mobility.

The MoU marks the beginning of a strategic partnership between KETO Motors and the Government of Telangana to advance the state’s clean mobility agenda and foster innovation in electric transportation. Both parties will work closely to ensure the successful establishment of the Jadcherla facility and accelerate India’s domestic EV manufacturing capabilities.

This initiative further reinforces KETO Motors’ commitment to expanding its footprint in the electric commercial mobility segment while supporting India’s long-term transition to clean, efficient, and technologically advanced public transportation.

KETO Motors is a Hyderabad-based electric vehicle manufacturer driving India’s transition towards sustainable mobility. The company’s portfolio includes electric autos and next-generation electric buses designed for reliability, efficiency, and zero-emission performance across urban and industrial applications. Through a strategic partnership with Tron Energy Technology, Taiwan’s largest e-bus OEM and a leading EV technology provider, KETO Motors is expanding its manufacturing capabilities in Hyderabad to serve both domestic and export markets.