India, July 9 -- Indian agriculture is undergoing a gradual shift from labour-intensive farming to mechanised operations, driven by rising labour costs, labour shortages and the need to improve farm productivity. Government initiatives promoting farm mechanisation, micro-irrigation and modern agricultural practices are encouraging farmers to adopt tractors, power tillers, harvesters and efficient irrigation systems. Higher rural incomes, easier access to farm credit and increasing awareness of modern equipment are expected to support long-term demand for agricultural machinery.

The opportunity extends beyond tractor manufacturers to companies supplying engines, power tillers, irrigation pumps and other farm equipment that form the backb...