During a brief interview with Indian Transport and Logistics News (ITLN) at the Auto SCM Summit 2024, Hemal N Thakkar, Senior Practice Leader & Director at CRISIL, shared insights on India's rise as a global manufacturing hub for global automakers, the country's EV infrastructure, the rise of EVs, and the critical role of supply chains in EV logistics. He highlighted the panel on air cargo's role in the growth of India’s automotive sector as his favourite, praising its relevance to the industry. Thakkar also reflected on his most memorable experience with an automobile and the best road trip of his life, adding a personal touch to the conversation.