Covid-19 Impact: Zero Sales For Maruti Suzuki In April As Lockdown Bites
The carmaker suspended operations from March 22, in line with orders from the government as India rushed to curb the spread of the virus
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Maruti Suzuki | Car Sales | Lockdown
Reuters Last Updated at May 1, 2020 10:20 IST
The nationwide lockdown has added more pressure on India's auto industry that was struggling with a slowing economy and lean demand.
Maruti Suzuki India on Friday reported zero monthly domestic sales for the first time ever in April, as the country remained under lockdown to contain the spread of the coronavirus.
The carmaker suspended operations from March 22, in line with orders from the government as India rushed to curb the spread of the virus.
As of Friday morning, total cases in the country rose to over 35,000, including 1,147 deaths.
The nationwide lockdown has added more pressure on India's auto industry that was struggling with a slowing economy and lean demand.
First Published: Fri, May 01 2020. 10:19 IST
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