India’s passenger vehicle volumes are likely to grow in double digits in the second half of the financial year 2025-26 (H2FY26), according to Tata Motors Passenger Vehicle Managing Director and CEO Shailesh Chandra.

“My estimate is that it should be double-digit growth. In FY26, the first half had seen a decline of 1.6% before the festive period. So overall, it should be in the zone of 5% or so,” Chandra said during the carmaker’s second-quarter earnings call. Advertisement

“In September and October, the industry has grown by 5% and 17%. Even if I take out the festive demand or the pent-up demand, November and December should also be strong,” he said.

The boost in passenger car sales comes after the GST Council slashed the tax rate on cars from September 22, making vehicles more afford

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