Haryana CM Saini meets Toshihiro Suzuki
Chandigarh, Apr 23 (PTI) Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini on Thursday met Suzuki Motor Corporation Representative Director and President Toshihiro Suzuki, who assured that the company will continue to expand investments in the state.
The meeting took place in Haryana Bhawan in New Delhi.
During the meeting, Toshihiro Suzuki assured the chief minister that Suzuki Motor will continue to expand its investments in Haryana in the future, the state government said in a statement.
Suzuki said that the company is committed to contributing not only to India's progress, but also to the development of Haryana.
During the discussion, Saini said that Haryana has consistently supported Suzuki Motor and expressed confidence that the company will continue to invest in the state.
Suzuki Motor is the only company that has received SGST incentives from the Haryana government, the chief minister added.
In response, Toshihiro Suzuki said that the company will focus on hybrid and CNG vehicles in India, according to the Haryana government statement.
He further noted that if Suzuki decides to manufacture electric vehicles and set up a new plant in the future, Haryana would be its preferred destination for investment.
The executive emphasised the importance of continued strong communication and cooperation with the Haryana government. Reflecting on Suzuki's early days in India during 1982-83, he mentioned that despite differences in working styles between India and Japan, there are many similarities that have strengthened collaboration.
Toshihiro Suzuki stated that the company is taking significant steps in the compressed biogas sector and plans to increase investment in this area.
He said Suzuki aims to set up nine biogas plants, out of which two have already been established.
He further informed that Suzuki will manufacture strong hybrid vehicles at its Kharkhoda plant in Haryana.
He sought support from the state government to ensure smooth production and sales, to which the Chief Minister assured full cooperation.
Suzuki also suggested that the upcoming Haryana Industrial Policy 2026 should include provisions related to strong hybrid and CNG vehicles.
He emphasised the need for planned urban development to ensure cities remain well-equipped and sustainable over the next 10-"20 years.
Saini stated that to strengthen cultural ties between Japan and Haryana, an International Gita Jayanti Mahotsav will be organised in June.
He also said that the International Gita Jayanti Mahotsav will be organised in Japan to enhance cultural cooperation between Japan and Haryana.
He requested Toshihiro Suzuki to facilitate collaboration between the Kurukshetra Development Board and a reputed Japanese social organisation to ensure wider participation of Japanese citizens in the event. Toshihiro Suzuki agreed to consider the proposal.
The chief minister also invited him to attend the International Gita Seminar at Tokyo University on June 20 as a distinguished guest.
According to the Haryana government statement, Suzuki said he would read the sacred text, the Bhagavad Gita, and make every effort to attend the seminar. PTI SUN BAL BAL
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