Bangalore, 18 March, 2025.

 Reinforcing its commitment to empowering women and enhancing their representation within the automotive industry, Toyota Kirloskar Motor (TKM) recently concluded two vibrant events commemorating International Women's Day 2025. The celebrations, conducted on March 12 and March 16 at TKM’s manufacturing facility in Bidadi, witnessed enthusiastic participation from over 700 women employees, demonstrating the company's dedication towards creating an inclusive and inspiring work environment.

The events showcased TKM’s continual efforts in nurturing talent and promoting work-life balance among its women employees. On March 12, a special session brought together over 250 women team members from various shifts, along with senior leaders, engaging them in meaningful discussions around the theme of “Work-Life Balance.” Prominent senior women leaders from within the company shared their valuable experiences and insights, guiding young talents to better manage their personal and professional responsibilities. Interactive quizzes and engaging activities created anenergetic atmosphere and fostered camaraderie among participants.

Further, on March 16, the Women's Day celebrations scaled greater heights with over 450 women employees from TKM’s manufacturing shifts attending a larger event graced by chief guest Smt. R. Latha (IAS), Secretary, Karnataka State Commission for Women & Director, Directorate of Child Protection. Inspiring attendees through her personal journey, Smt. R. Latha shared her experiences of transitioning from a career at State Bank of India to becoming an accomplished IAS officer. Her encouraging words motivated employees to envision ambitious career paths and break traditional career stereotypes.

Speaking at the event, Chief Guest Smt. R. Latha (IAS), Secretary, Karnataka State Commission for Women & Director, Directorate of Child Protectionremarked,“Empowering women isn't just about opportunities, it's about instilling confidence and inspiring them to set ambitious goals. I’m delighted to see Toyota Kirloskar Motor leading the way in creating an inclusive culture, serving as an exemplary model for the automotive industry. Such initiatives create lasting impacts by not only empowering women professionally but also contributing positively to society at large.”

The event also celebrated TKM’s diverse cultural heritage through performances by talented women employees, including singing, dancing, and Yakshagana—a traditional theatre form from coastal Karnataka. These activities reinforced TKM’s focus on fostering diversity, inclusion, and cultural exchange within the organization.

Speaking on the conclusion of these celebrations, Mr. G Shankara, Executive Vice President for Finance and Administration, Toyota Kirloskar Motor, stated, “We at Toyota Kirloskar Motor cherish and value the contributions of our women workforce. The enthusiastic participation we've witnessed across both events demonstrates our growing strength in gender diversity, inspiring us to further our goal of achieving 30% women representation by 2030. With initiatives like female-friendly workplace infrastructure, rehiring policies for women returning after career breaks, remote working opportunities, and our progressive sabbatical policy, we remain committed to continuously enhancing our inclusive workplace.”

These recent events underscore TKM’s broader initiatives currently underway, including the ongoing construction of the state-of-the-art P3 plant designed with female-friendly facilities, targeted to accommodate up to 30% women employees. Such strategic initiatives aim to attract, retain, and empower women in automotive manufacturing roles, further establishing TKM as a preferred employer in the industry.

With these celebrations and continued progressive policies, Toyota Kirloskar Motor reaffirms its unwavering dedication to championing women’s empowerment and setting industry benchmarks for gender diversity, equity, and inclusivity in automotive manufacturing.