In the presence of Ratan N Tata, Chairman of Tata Motors, the company today rolled out the one-millionth passenger car off the Indica platform at its car plant in Pune, in its ninth year since the commencement of production in January 1999. While it achieved the 100,000th car in March 2001, and the 500,000th car in February, 2005, the progression from the 900,000th car to the millionth car was achieved in just seven months.

Starting with the Indica, the company launched the Indigo in 2002, the Indigo Marina in 2004, and the Indigo XL in 2007. The plant started with a capacity of 150,000 pa, which was subsequently expanded to 225,000 pa in 2006.

Speaking at the ceremony, Mr Tata said, "I am very pleased that the company has rolled out the one-millionth car off the Indica platform — something that was considered inconceivable by the project's critics during the investment and the initial gestation period. The team of people involved with the journey to this milestone should feel satisfied today of having created a robust car business for the company."

The Indica, the Indigo and the Indigo Marina, apart from being successful brands in the domestic market, have made a mark in several overseas markets in Asia, Europe, Africa, Middle East and South America.

As part of the celebration of the one-millionth milestone, Tata Motors has planned several activities involving key stakeholders in recognition of their contribution towards the achievement of the milestone. Free service check-ups, free service camps, discounts on accessories and value-added services for existing customers and a contest for free upgrades for lucky customers are coupled with special retail offers for new customers. In addition, special retail offers and finance schemes for employees of vendors, financiers, dealerships and Tata Motors are also planned.