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L Presents Times Drive Auto Summit & Awards 2025: 'India will be world’s no. 1 EV market in...' - What Nitin Gadkari predicted

Delivering the special address at the event, Chief Guest, Union Minister Shri Nitin Gadkari, Minister of Road Transport and Highways said, “There is tremendous growth of EVs in India, with an impressive 15.4% growth rate, significantly higher than petrol and diesel models. New Delhi, March 25, 2025: Times Network Digital hosted the HPCL Presents Times Drive Auto Summit & Awards, in New Delhi. Shri Nitin Gadkari , Union Minister of Road Transport and Highways delivered the special address on the evolving landscape of the automobile industry, highlighting technological advancements, the shift toward sustainable practices, and the rise of electric vehicles . The landmark event served as a platform for fostering industry dialogues on the latest innovations in the automotive sector, while honouring winners across 35+ categories.