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JSW MG Motor eyes Africa exports, expects to outrun industry growth

JSW MG Motor eyes Africa exports, expects to outrun industry growth

On global trade developments, Mehrotra described the free trade agreements expected over the next 18–24 months as “historic".

Chetan Bhutani
Chetan Bhutani
  • Updated Feb 16, 2026 12:08 PM IST
JSW MG Motor eyes Africa exports, expects to outrun industry growthJSW MG Motor India is targeting double-digit growth, outpacing the market

The premium SUV segment in India currently stands at an annual volume of 35,000–40,000 units, according to Anurag Mehrotra, Managing Director and CEO of JSW MG Motor India, who said recent policy support has played a key role in reviving industry momentum.

Speaking to Business Today, Mehrotra said GST rationalisation has helped stimulate demand across the automotive sector, contributing to a broader recovery. He expects overall industry growth to remain in the range of high single digits to low double digits in the near term, while JSW MG Motor India is targeting double-digit growth, outpacing the market.

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On global trade developments, Mehrotra described the free trade agreements expected over the next 18–24 months as “historic,” noting that the company will closely assess their implications and potential advantages for its operations once they come into effect.

The automaker is also expanding its export footprint. At present, JSW MG Motor India ships vehicles to Nepal and Bhutan and is exploring opportunities to enter African markets as part of its international growth strategy.

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Chetan Bhutani
Chetan Bhutani

Chetan Bhutani is a New Delhi-based economic policy journalist with ten years of experience in reporting and breaking stories about economic policy pertaining to India's infrastructure and financial sector, including highways, finance, railways, shipping, telecom, petroleum, and natural gas and currently works as an Associate Editor for Business Today TV. He is a journalist who works across multiple platforms and languages and offers in-depth coverage of the auto industry, regulations, new products, and reviews. Also, he has extensively reported about the actions taken by investigative authorities in relation to corporate and bank frauds as well as significant insolvency cases. Bhutani keeps a tight eye on all aspects of the government's public policies, from their creation to their implementation. In addition to his job, Chetan enjoys scheduling official appointments, travelling, going on road trips, playing cricket, and squash. Also, he is passionate about addressing climate change and road safety. He is a public policy enthusiast and has a master's degree in Public Administration.

Published on: Feb 16, 2026 12:08 PM IST