India, May 5 -- India's automobile retail sales began the new fiscal on a strong note, rising 12.94% year-on-year to a record 26,11,317 units in April, compared to 23,12,221 units in the same month last year, according to Federation of Automobile Dealers Associations.
The robust growth was driven by multiple tailwinds, including improved affordability following GST adjustments, a supportive interest rate environment from the RBI, strong rural cash flows after a healthy rabi harvest, and higher demand due to an extended marriage season.
Passenger vehicle retail sales also touched a record high of 4,07,355 units in April, marking a 12.21% increase from 3,63,028 units in April 2025.
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