Indian commercial vehicle manufacturer Tata Motors has commissioned a vehicle scrapping facility (RVSF) in Guwahati, Assam.

The fully digitalised facility, known as 'Re.Wi.Re – Recycle with Respect,' is designed to dismantle up to 15,000 end-of-life vehicles every year through eco-friendly processes, the company said.

Operated by Tata Motors' partner Axom Platinum Scrappers, Guwahati RVSF is equipped to handle the scrapping of both passenger and commercial vehicles from various brands.

This launch marks the seventh such facility in India, joining others located in cities including Jaipur, Bhubaneswar, Surat, Chandigarh, the Delhi NCR region, and Pune.

Tata Motors executive director Girish Wagh said: “Today, with the launch of the Northeast’s first Re.Wi.Re facility in Guwahati, Tata Motors takes a significant step in advancing responsible vehicle scrapping in the region.

“With our network of RVSFs across seven states, we can now dismantle over 100,000 end-of-life vehicles annually.”

The Guwahati site features both cell-type and line-type dismantling setups for commercial and passenger vehicles. It comprises specialised stations for the safe removal and disposal of tyres, batteries, fuel, oils, liquids, and gases.

Assam Minister of Hill Areas Development, Transport, Co-operation, Indigenous and Tribal Faith & Culture Jogen Mohan said: “The launch of this advanced vehicle recycling facility, will create valuable employment opportunities and support economic growth of our state and communities.

“In addition, it will also ensure safe disposal of end-of-life vehicles, reduce carbon emissions, and contribute to a cleaner environment.”

In December, Tata Motors secured an order for 1,297 bus chassis from the Uttar Pradesh State Road Transport Corporation (UPSRTC).

This order represents the third such agreement with UPSRTC in 2024, bringing the total number of units ordered by the corporation to over 3,500 in the past year.

The LPO 1618 diesel bus chassis, tailored for intercity and long-distance travel, is planned to be delivered in phases according to the terms agreed upon by both parties.