The government's move will increase costs for India's car industry, already dealing with higher raw material prices stemming from the Iran war. While the likes of Tata Motors and Mahindra have raised car prices, Maruti has warned of a similar move. Industrial unrest in Manesar affected various auto suppliers this week, according to Reuters' interviews with more than 30 workers. Workers said they were demanding pay rises to sustain their livelihoods as food was becoming expensive and gas supplies were erratic. India has about 400 million local migrant workers heading to places such as Manesar to earn a minimum wage for an average 48 hours a week.

Source: The Telegraph April 10, 2026 15:17 UTC