Ather Energy Sets 11.4 Lakh Unit Annual Capacity Target for Q2 FY28
Ather Energy aims to boost its annual manufacturing capacity to 11.4 lakh units by Q2 FY28, as reported by Sahi on 27 October 2026. The electric two-wheeler maker is among the more active names in India's growing EV manufacturing pipeline, with Projects India tracking 159 live projects in the automobiles sub-sector nationally.
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Company | Ather Energy Private Limited |
| Target Capacity | 11.4 lakh units per annum |
| Target Timeline | Q2 FY28 |
| Recently Completed Project | Electric Two-Wheeler Mfg Unit, Bidkin, Aurangabad, Maharashtra |
| Completed Project Value | Rs 30 crore |
| Completed Project Stage | Completed |
Ather Energy's Existing Project Footprint
Projects India's records show that Ather Energy Private Limited was the promoter behind an Electric Two-Wheeler Manufacturing Unit project at Bidkin, Aurangabad, Maharashtra, valued at Rs 30 crore, which has reached the Completed stage. That project provides context for the company's ongoing capacity-building efforts in the electric two-wheeler segment as it pursues the larger production target reported for Q2 FY28.
Where Automobile Projects Are Concentrated in India
The broader automobiles sub-sector reflects significant geographical concentration of investment activity. Of the 159 projects tracked by Projects India, Maharashtra leads with 33 projects, followed by Tamil Nadu with 25, Andhra Pradesh with 17, Karnataka with 15, Gujarat with 13, and Telangana with 9. Maharashtra's position at the top of this list is consistent with Ather Energy's own completed facility in Aurangabad, as well as projects from other promoters such as VinFast India's integrated EV manufacturing plant in Thoothukudi and Lucas TVS's expanding automobile components unit in Chennai within Tamil Nadu.
This geographic spread signals that suppliers and equipment providers serving the EV and broader automobile manufacturing segment need a presence — or at minimum visibility — across multiple states, with the western and southern corridors carrying the largest share of active work. Explore the full Industrial Projects sector overview for context across adjacent sub-sectors.
Pipeline by Stage: Where Projects Stand Now
The stage breakdown of the 159 tracked automobile projects reveals that 52 are currently Under Approvals — the largest single cohort — meaning a substantial volume of work is approaching but has not yet entered construction. A further 33 projects are at the Planning stage, while another 33 have Construction Started. Twenty-three projects are recorded as Completed, eight have been Cancelled, and four are on Hold.
The ratio of projects in early stages (Under Approvals and Planning combined: 85) to those in active construction (33) indicates that the near-term order pipeline for civil contractors, equipment suppliers and fit-out specialists is likely to expand as approvals convert to construction starts. Recent additions to the tracked list include two projects added in the last 90 days, indicating continued deal flow into the sub-sector even if at a measured pace.
Notable projects currently at active stages include Maruti Suzuki India Limited's automobile facility in Sanand, Ahmedabad, Gujarat, valued at Rs 35,000 crore and Under Approvals; Hyundai Motor India Limited's EV and Multi-Model Global Export Hub at Talegaon, Pune, in the Planning stage; and CNH Industrial India Private Limited's tractor manufacturing unit near Noida International Airport in Uttar Pradesh, valued at Rs 5,000 crore and Under Approvals. For a full list of tracked projects, see all tracked projects on Projects India.
What this means for suppliers and contractors
For suppliers and contractors in the electric two-wheeler and broader EV space, Ather Energy's stated capacity target of 11.4 lakh units per annum by Q2 FY28 implies a significant ramp-up in manufacturing throughput relative to any current baseline. Vendors supplying body components, battery assembly equipment, conveyor systems, paint-shop infrastructure, and facilities services should monitor the company's project announcements for detailed scope and tender opportunities.
At the sub-sector level, the concentration of 52 automobile projects Under Approvals nationally means a meaningful volume of procurement activity could move to market within the next several quarters. Maharashtra and Tamil Nadu, together accounting for 58 of the 159 tracked projects, remain the most active geographies for business development attention. There are currently no open tenders in the Industrial Projects sector recorded in the Projects India database, but the pipeline of approvals-stage projects points to near-term tendering activity once regulatory clearances are secured. Suppliers can monitor live tenders on Projects India as new opportunities are listed.
Frequently asked questions
What is Ather Energy's manufacturing capacity target?
Ather Energy aims to boost its annual manufacturing capacity to 11.4 lakh units by Q2 FY28, as reported by Sahi on 27 October 2026. No further breakdown of facility locations or investment value for this expansion was available in the report.
Where does Ather Energy have a completed manufacturing facility?
Projects India records show Ather Energy Private Limited as the promoter of a completed Electric Two-Wheeler Manufacturing Unit at Bidkin, Aurangabad, Maharashtra, with a recorded project value of Rs 30 crore.
Which states have the most automobile projects in India?
Of the 159 automobile projects tracked by Projects India, Maharashtra leads with 33 projects, followed by Tamil Nadu with 25, Andhra Pradesh with 17, Karnataka with 15, Gujarat with 13, and Telangana with 9.
How many automobile projects in India are currently under approvals?
Of 159 tracked automobile projects in India, 52 are Under Approvals — the largest single stage cohort — followed by 33 in Planning and 33 with Construction Started, according to Projects India data.
