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Maruti Suzuki Grand Vitara continues to “Rule Every Road”
Mumbai: Maruti Suzuki India Ltd is delighted to announce Grand Vitara’s new benchmark in the SUV space, crossing the 2-lakh sales milestone in just 23 months. This remarkable achievement makes it the fastest mid-size SUV to reach this milestone in a record time and underscores Grand Vitara’s immense popularity.
Embodying NEXA’s ‘Create. Inspire.’ philosophy, the Grand Vitara is a multi-product offering that has made its mark in the country’s SUV segment. Launched in 2022, it has pioneered a new era of SUVs, combining fuel-efficient powertrains with segment-leading features, a strong road presence, and sophisticated interiors.
Celebrating this record-breaking milestone, Maruti Suzuki India Ltd senior executive officer, marketing & sales Partho Banerjee said, “The introduction of the Grand Vitara has been pivotal for us in the SUV segment. This dynamic vehicle has truly demonstrated its excellence by becoming India’s fastest mid-SUV to surpass 2 lakh sales in just 23 months. The Grand Vitara has revolutionised its segment by inspiring customers to make sustainable choices with the Strong Hybrid. The ALLGRIP technology has also resonated well with SUV lovers, furthering our endeavour to promote clean mobility solutions along with an adventurous driving experience. This indeed underscores Grand Vitara’s philosophy of ruling every road.”
He added, “With a market share of 12 per cent in Q1 FY24, the Grand Vitara has not only established our credentials in the hyperactive mid-SUV segment but has also played a crucial role in growing the segment. We are deeply grateful to our community of over 2 lakh customers and are confident this SUV will continue to bring the joy of mobility to many more.”
Maruti Suzuki has taken a leading role in embracing green fuel and hybrid technology, marking a significant stride towards sustainable automotive solutions. The Grand Vitara exemplifies this commitment with its innovative powertrain options, including the Strong Hybrid and the S-CNG technology. These technologies not only offer high fuel efficiency but also contribute to reducing carbon emissions, further emphasizing Maruti Suzuki’s dedication to clean mobility. These advancements are crucial as India moves towards cleaner, more sustainable automobile solutions.
To highlight the capabilities of its Strong Hybrid Technology, Maruti Suzuki launched an impactful and compelling campaign – “IT’S UNBELIEVABLE. IT’S STRONG HYBRID” in Q1 FY24. The campaign stems from a simple yet powerful thought – Maruti Suzuki’s Strong Hybrid Technology has extraordinary real-world benefits that are very relevant for today’s ever-evolving customers. A standout feature of the campaign was a remarkable journey of over 1200 km that one can fulfil in a full tank*, that too with lower emissions, demonstrating the efficiency and performance of the Grand Vitara’s Strong Hybrid Technology. The campaign also demonstrated how Maruti Suzuki’s Strong Hybrid technology combines dual power sources – an Internal Combustion Engine and an Electric Motors, that is powered by Lithium-ion battery. With the ability to be 60 per cent on EV mode, the technology delivers an eco-friendly and remarkably silent drive experience.
Engineered to dominate every road, the Maruti Suzuki Grand Vitara has strongly resonated with its customers on account of its exciting performance, distinctive style, commanding presence, and multiple powertrain options. The legendary Suzuki ALLGRIP SELECT technology further encourages customers to wander off the beaten path and explore remote destinations with confidence and ease. The Grand Vitara also boasts a host of premium features such as a 22.86cm (9”) Smart Play Pro+ entertainment system, Head Up Display, 360 View Camera, Wireless Charging Dock, panoramic sunroof, ventilated seats, Clarion® Premium Sound System, PM 2.5 Air Cabin Filter and more, making this mid-size SUV the ideal choice for discerning customers. And its latest benchmark of 2 Lakh unit sales is a strong testament to the same.
Elevating the safety bar, the Grand Vitara is equipped with an array of active and passive safety features, including a Type Pressure Monitoring System and the newly introduced Acoustic Vehicle Alerting System (AVAS) in its Strong Hybrid variant, and is the only premium CNG SUV to offer a 6-airbag variant for customers.
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Jubilant FoodWorks faces Rs 47.5 crore GST demand, plans appeal
Tax authorities flag alleged misclassification of restaurant services
MUMBAI: Jubilant FoodWorks Limited has landed in a tax tussle after receiving a GST demand of Rs 47.5 crore from the office of the additional commissioner of CGST and central excise in Thane, Maharashtra.
The order, issued under the provisions of the Central Goods and Services Tax Act, 2017, relates to an alleged incorrect classification of certain services under the category of restaurant services. According to the tax authorities, this classification resulted in a short payment of goods and services tax for the period between the financial years 2019-20 and 2021-22.
The demand includes Rs 47.5 crore in GST along with an equal amount as penalty, in addition to applicable interest. The order was received by the company on March 13, 2026.
In a regulatory filing to the BSE Limited and the National Stock Exchange of India Limited, the company said it disagrees with the order and believes its arguments were not adequately considered.
The company is preparing to challenge the decision and plans to file an appeal. It added that once the redressal process is complete, the demand is likely to be dropped.
Despite the sizeable figure attached to the notice, the company said it does not expect any material impact on its financials, operations or other activities.
The disclosure was signed by Suman Hegde, EVP and chief financial officer, who confirmed that the company received the order at 19:06 IST on March 13 and has already initiated steps to contest it.
The development places the quick service restaurant major in the middle of a tax debate that could hinge on how certain restaurant-linked services are classified under GST rules. For now, the company appears ready to take the matter from the tax office to the appeals desk.
