Amid the Covid-19 lockdown, the Indian auto industry is badly hit, however, the same is now gradually progressing back to normal. Manufacturers are announcing production restarts at their facilities and the latest one to join the same is Hosur-based TVS Motor Company. TVS Motor Company, a manufacturer of two- and three-wheelers, has commenced manufacturing operations at its factories located in Hosur, Mysuru and Nalagarh.
A comprehensive preparedness manual has been designed for employees to ensure adherence to necessary safety guidelines to help minimize the spread of the virus, the company said in a statement.
The company has undertaken measures to ensure a safe workplace for employees with appropriate social distancing and the highest standards of hygiene. The Work from Home option continues for certain categories of personnel, it added in adherence to the respective state government guidelines.
The lockdown that was previously slated to lift on 3rd May has now been extended by two weeks across India. However, the country is divided into three zones – Red, Orange and Green on the basis of severity of the situation. Just like TVS Motor Company, manufacturers like Royal Enfield and Bajaj Auto have also announced the restart of manufacturing at their production facilities.
Hero Motocorp has also started its production at some of its manufacturing units
