The electric vehicle race in India is accelerating fast — and Mahindra has just stepped on the throttle. With rising demand, new launches, and a shifting market, the announcement of Mahindra EV production increased to 8000 units a month by March 2026 has sparked fresh excitement in the industry. From its current output of 4,000–5,000 units at the Chakan plant, the company now plans a massive scale-up to meet future demand and eliminate waiting periods. But what is driving this bold expansion, and what does it mean for customers, rivals, and India’s EV future? Dive in to discover the bigger picture.
This decision comes at a strategic time for the brand, particularly with the introduction of its latest electric SUV, the Mahindra XEV 9S. The new model joins the existing lineup of the XEV 9e, BE 6, and XUV400, strengthening Mahindra’s position in the EV space. With four electric models now on sale, the company anticipates heightened consumer interest and wants to ensure adequate supply without long waiting periods.
The Chakan plant, where Mahindra’s born-electric models are manufactured, has a peak production capacity of 10,000 units per month. However, the company intends to limit active operations to 8,000 units monthly to maintain stability across the supply chain and vendor ecosystem. According to Rajesh Jejurikar, Executive Director at Mahindra, this buffer will help the workforce and partners adapt smoothly to sustained high-volume output. The company is choosing to prepare capacity ahead of expected demand rather than after it peaks, ensuring seamless availability for customers.
Mahindra expects the production expansion to not only meet domestic demand but also support future growth and export opportunities. Once the upgraded output is achieved, the company is targeting monthly sales of around 7,000 units, leaving room for scaling as EV adoption increases across the country.
Currently, electric vehicles account for around 7–7.5% of Mahindra’s total monthly sales, with the XEV 9e and BE 6 being the primary contributors. With the addition of the XEV 9S and other future EV models, Mahindra projects a significant rise in EV penetration. By 2027–2028, the company expects 20–25% of its total SUV sales to come from electric models, almost tripling the current share.
While Mahindra has not yet revealed how production capacity will be distributed across individual EV models, allocation will be decided based on market demand. More details will be shared as the company moves closer to higher operational output, marking a strong step toward India’s electric future.
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