New Delhi: Tata Motors on saturday announced the delivery of 181 Winger veterinary vans to the Government of Odisha. The vehicles were flagged off by Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik along with the officials from the state government and Tata Motors.
The specially customised Tata Winger will be utilised as veterinary vans by the Directorate of Animal Husbandry & Veterinary Services, Government of Odisha. Tata Motors emerged as the top bidder, as per the terms and conditions of the Government body, and delivered the fleet of fully-built Winger veterinary vans. The e-bidding process was carried out through the Government e-Marketplace.
Rohit Srivastava, Business Head – CV Passengers, Tata Motors, said, “Tata Motors is happy to deliver 181 veterinary vans to the Government of Odisha, ushering in a new era of animal healthcare accessibility. Through the delivery of purpose-built Winger veterinary vans, we are committed to advancing the state’s vision of widespread veterinary services. These innovative vans are meticulously engineered to ensure efficient operations across Odisha.”
The Tata Winger is powered by the 2.2-litre DiCOR engine. It also offers an ECO switch and Gear Shift Advisor that helps in increasing the fuel efficiency. The Winger’s best-in-class grade-ability of 25.8% helps in easy manoeuvring on steep inclines and flyovers. Additionally, the Winger’s independent front suspension with anti-roll bars and hydraulic shock absorbers assure a smooth ride, as does its monocoque body design, which guarantees car-like driving dynamics and low levels of noise, vibration, and harshness (NVH), the company said.
With operations in India, the UK, South Korea, Thailand, South Africa and Indonesia, Tata Motors markets its vehicles in Africa, the Middle East, Latin America, Southeast Asia, and the SAARC countries. As of March 31, 2023, Tata Motors’ operations include 88 consolidated subsidiaries, two joint operations, three joint ventures, and numerous equity-accounted associates, including their subsidiaries, over which the company exercises significant influence.
