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       We currently operate in the tipper segment with a portfolio that   higher uptime, predictable costs, and better control over the entire
       has been validated across real-world operations.    vehicle lifecycle.
       Our flagship 470MEV 6×4 tipper, positioned in the 50-ton GVW
       class, is offered with both 20cu.m rock and 23cu.m box body   Which customer segments and application areas are you
       configurations and multiple battery options. This allows us to tailor   targeting  through  your  product  and  technology  offerings,
       the truck precisely to the customer’s duty cycle, whether it is iron   especially in the context of India’s expanding infrastructure
       ore, limestone, quarrying, or waste management. For deeper and   needs?
       more intensive mining applications such as Coal and Overburden,   Construction and mining engineering has always been our core
       the 470HEV 8×4 tipper offers a higher GVW of up to 65-ton and   strength, and that deep application understanding differentiates
       larger body capacity (23cu.m rock & 33cu.m coal), making it   us in the market. Since start of sale in 2023, the brand has
       suitable for high-output operations.                expanded its presence across Coal, Coal-OB, Limestone, Iron-ore,
       Commercially, we started sales in FY24 and have steadily   Stone quarry, Marble & Granites and Solid waste management
       expanded from southern markets into eastern India. By the end   segments.  We  have  a strong presence  and  acceptance
       of FY26, we expect to have a strong presence across western and   particularly in demanding applications.
       northern regions as well. We have also extended our portfolio to   While we continue to strengthen this core, we are also expanding
       on-road haulage with the 470eTR tractor-trailer, which delivers   into construction and long-haul segments. These are competitive
       industry-leading efficiency and range for long-haul applications.  spaces with multiple players, but we believe our differentiation
                                                           lies  in  offering  application-specific  electric  solutions  rather
       How is your organization integrating advancements in   than generic products. Our focus is on solving real operational
       digitalization, automation, AI, telematics and predictive   challenges for customers, not merely adding another variant to
       technologies to enhance productivity, safety, lifecycle value   the market.
       and overall machine performance for customers?
       Digital capability is not an add-on for us; it is a core part of how our   How does your organization ensure strong aftermarket support,
       vehicles deliver value. We recently introduced Pulse.ev, our next-  customer service and high uptime for its equipment across
       generation telematics and digital ecosystem, which has been   diverse and demanding operating conditions?
       developed entirely in-house and specifically for electric mining   Uptime is the true currency in mining and construction, and our
       and hauling operations.                             aftermarket strategy is built around that reality. Through our Pro-EV
       Pulse.ev provides real-time visibility into vehicle health, energy   Care program, we offer a structured, modular service ecosystem
       consumption, and operational efficiency, while also enabling   that can be customized to the customer’s operating conditions.
       predictive maintenance and fleet optimization across multi-  By combining proactive maintenance, strong on-site service
       shift  operations.  This  allows  customers  to  move  from  reactive   capability, and real-time insights from Pulse.ev, we have
       maintenance to proactive decision-making. In addition, our   consistently delivered uptime levels as high as 97%+ in coal and
       vehicles are equipped with ADAS Level-1 safety features and   iron-ore operations. Even over a longer horizon, we are confident
       intelligent HMIs that support drivers with actionable insights,   of sustaining greater than 92% uptime over the first five years of
       improving both safety and productivity. The objective is simple:   operation.


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