Newsletter Celebrating India's 79th Independence Day
Celebrating India's 79th Independence Day
Toshiba Reaffirms Its Support for India’s Key National Missions
As India marks its 79th Independence Day, Toshiba proudly reaffirms its commitment to the nation's journey toward sustainability, digital transformation, and infrastructure modernization. With a legacy of over six decades in India, Toshiba is committed to building a sustainable, self-reliant, and digitally empowered nation by supporting key national missions like Make in India, Digital India, National Clean Air Programme (NCAP), and Namami Gange—through advanced technologies, strong local partnerships, and robust manufacturing
Message from Mr. Shuichi Ito, Managing Director, Toshiba India Private Limited
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Advancing Make in India: Expanding Manufacturing in Hyderabad
Toshiba has positioned India as a strategic global hub for manufacturing and exports in its energy and social infrastructure businesses. Reinforcing this vision, we have significantly expanded our Transmission & Distribution (T&D) equipment manufacturing capacity in Hyderabad with a new investment of INR 562 crore. This includes scaling up assembly and testing capacities for both distribution and power transformers, with a focus on meeting growing demand in India and boosting export capabilities. The investment will also establish a state-of-the-art facility to enhance vertical integration, reduce lead times, and improve quality, safety, and workplace efficiency. 40% of Toshiba’s India-made T&D equipment is already being used for renewable energy and the facility now exports advanced transformers and switchgears to more than 50 countries, positioning India as a global manufacturing and export hub for our T&D equipment.
In addition to the T&D business, Toshiba contributes to the Make in India initiative with its advanced manufacturing facility for high-quality turbines, generators, and spare parts both as new products and through comprehensive service solutions to deliver efficient and reliable power solutions.
Supporting NCAP: Clean Mobility & CO2 Reduction
Supporting NCAP, Toshiba contributes to cleaner air through its SCiB™ rechargeable lithium-ion battery. Designed for reliability and efficiency, SCiB™ is redefining clean energy and sustainable mobility in India. Addressing India’s diverse and demanding conditions, SCiB™ is ideal for both mobile applications—including electric buses, commercial fleets, marine vessels, and stationary systems like Energy Storage Solutions that are crucial to renewable energy integration and grid resilience. In addition, to reduce CO2 emissions from sources including power plants, Toshiba can provide high efficiency equipment and innovative solutions like Carbon Dioxide Capture Utilization and Storage (CCUS) solution, which helps to separate and capture CO2 from its source.
Contributing to Namami Gange
Through its water and wastewater management business, Toshiba plays a vital role in India’s water infrastructure initiatives. To date, we have delivered 10 sewage treatment plants (STPs) under the Namami Gange initiative, with a combined treatment capacity exceeding 181 million litres per day (MLD).
Furthering Toshiba’s commitment to establishing sustainable water systems and creating environmentally advanced communities, Toshiba is a one-stop provider of comprehensive services ranging from system engineering and design to the construction, installation and O&M of water, wastewater, and domestic waste treatment facilities featuring robust technologies including the ozone generator; zero liquid discharge using high efficiency reverse osmosis; anaerobic biological treatment; activated sludge processing; and sequential batch reactors.
Recently, we successfully delivered the first stream of water supply from one of Asia’s largest water treatment plants to help Bengaluru combat its growing water crisis. The T.K. Halli water treatment plant (WTP) carries 387 MLD of water daily to over one million residents across various regions of Bengaluru.
Empowering Digital India: QKD, AI, and IoT Solutions
In the digital space, Toshiba is developing businesses globally which utilize digital and quantum technologies, such as IoT and AI. Supporting Digital India, Toshiba’s advanced IoT solutions like EtaPRO® can support predictive maintenance and performance monitoring for power plants. In software, Toshiba’s expertise in AI and Machine Learning research is enhancing IoT and Cloud solutions to streamline manufacturing and supply chain operations, fostering a circular economy. Toshiba also offers Quantum Key Distribution (QKD) technology that can help India fortify its cybersecurity against cyberattacks.
Modernizing India’s Core Infrastructure
Alongside these national missions, we continue to support the modernization of India’s core infrastructure. In support of Indian Railways’ 100% electrification initiative, we provide advanced and energy-efficient power supply systems that enhance network stability and reliability. In the elevator segment, we serve over 300 customers across 18 major Indian cities, delivering high-performance vertical mobility solutions that combine safety, speed, and energy efficiency. In addition, Toshiba supplies high-quality automotive light sources contributing to a safe, secure, and comfortable mobility society, while also providing Ultraviolet (UV) light sources for hardening, sterilization, and other applications across diverse fields and manufacturing processes.
Business Leaders of Toshiba Group Companies in India
Toshiba Group Companies in India: Supporting National Growth
Aligned with various national missions, Toshiba’s presence in India is anchored by a diverse group of companies that are driving business growth by actively contributing to the nation’s sustainable development goals.
Toshiba India Private Limited (TIPL): TIPL plays a vital role in shaping the country’s future by contributing to key national missions such as Make in India, NCAP, Digital India, and Infrastructure modernization. Contributing to the NCAP, SCiBTM rechargeable lithium-ion battery by Toshiba is engineered to meet India’s evolving needs in electric mobility and maritime transport. Adding to the Digital India initiative, Toshiba recently launched GridDB® Cloud, a cloud-based service for managing IoT and the high frequency generation of large volumes of big data. As part of its commitment to reinforcing Cybersecurity for Digital India, TIPL can offer QKD technology in India. For infrastructure modernization, TIPL provides advanced, energy-efficient power supply systems to Indian Railway. Toshiba has also expanded its industrial lighting business to offer high-quality automotive and UV light sources for various applications.
Toshiba JSW Power Systems Private Limited (Toshiba JSW): Toshiba JSW continues to support India’s energy goals by delivering high-efficiency steam turbines, advanced engineering services, and precision manufacturing solutions. As a key contributor to Make in India, Digital India, and Energy Security, the company plays an important role in building a sustainable and resilient power sector.
Toshiba JSW is driving digital transformation in power generation with EtaPRO®, an IoT platform that enhances plant efficiency and reliability while supporting the goals of Digital India. With its advanced manufacturing facility in Chennai, Toshiba JSW supplies high-quality turbines, generators, and spare parts both as new products and through comprehensive service solutions to meet the evolving needs of customers. Through a combination of strong engineering capabilities, advanced digital solutions, and a commitment to quality manufacturing, Toshiba JSW remains focused on delivering efficient and reliable power solutions to support India's sustainable growth.
“We are proud to contribute to India’s energy transformation journey by delivering efficient solutions, embracing digital innovation, and reinforcing manufacturing excellence. Through Make in India, export expansion, and strong Toshiba Group collaboration, Toshiba JSW will continue to support sustainable and resilient energy infrastructure in India and beyond.” — Mr. Daisuke Murata, Managing Director, Toshiba JSW
Toshiba Transmission & Distribution Systems (India) Private Limited (TTDI): Reinforcing its commitment to Make in India, TTDI is strengthening India’s position as a global manufacturing and export hub for power equipment manufacturing, with exports to over 50 countries. Earlier this year, TTDI signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Government of Telangana to advance its previously announced investment of INR 562 crore in expanding its manufacturing capabilities in the state and enhancing India’s capability in the global energy value chain. Toshiba’s T&D equipment factory has been promoting in-house production of major components and increasing the ratio of procurement in India, which is currently over 60%.
“With India established as a hub for our T&D equipment manufacturing operations and export base, TTDI has successfully supplied India-made transformers to over 50 countries. Furthering our commitment to Make-in-India, the new investment will improve operational efficiency, increase speed-to-market, and support in expanding our business in India and overseas.” — Mr. Hiroshi Furuta, Chairman and Managing Director, TTDI
Toshiba Water Solutions Private Limited (Toshiba Water): Toshiba Water is actively contributing to Namami Gange programme through ten sewage treatment plants (STPs), with a combined treatment capacity exceeding 181 million litres per day (MLD). The company is also executing key water treatment projects across India. Recently, it delivered the first stream of water supply from TK Halli Water Treatment Plant in Bengaluru, carrying 387 MLD of water daily to over one million residents across Bengaluru’s various regions.
“Toshiba Water has established India as the International Business Centre for its water & wastewater management business. Aligned with the objectives of the Namami Gange mission and India’s broader water infrastructure goals, Toshiba Water remains steadfast in its commitment to delivering sustainable and resilient water solutions. We are also proud to have delivered the first stream of the TK Halli Water Treatment Plant (WTP) in Bengaluru. By leveraging our water treatment solutions and technologies cultivated through years of development and extensive experience in EPC and O&M projects, Toshiba Water is committed to contribute to sustainable water infrastructure in India.” — Mr. Hiroaki Kobayashi, Chairperson and Managing Director, Toshiba Water
Toshiba Software India Private Limited (TSIP): TSIP creates state-of-art products and software at all layers of the software stack, architects & designs cutting-edge technology solutions & functions as a technology hub by leveraging technologies like AI/ML, Data Analytics, IoT, Cloud solutions, Embedded Software, Systems Development, Application Development, Software Testing, Computer Vision and ERP Solutions across multiple domains. TSIP’s expertise covers a wide range of high-technology domains including Energy and Infrastructure systems, Smart Card Systems, Battery Management Systems, Solid-State drives & Hard-Disk Storage, System-on-Chip (SoC), Automotive, Multi-Function Peripheral (MFP), Point-of-Sale (PoS), Barcode Systems and Medical Systems.
“In line with Digital India and Make in India initiatives, TSIP continues to remain at the forefront of developing high-tech and cutting-edge engineering R&D and innovative technology solutions. Digitalization with agility and leveraging AI will play a huge role in accelerating India’s economic growth by introducing automation, increased efficiency, quality and productivity, enhanced decision-making and new possibilities for creating a better and sustainable future for India and the world.” — Mr. Ramdas Baliga, Managing Director, TSIP
Toshiba Johnson Elevators India Private Limited (TJEI): TJEI is India's leading elevator company that provides world-class, energy-efficient and safe vertical transportation systems in the Indian elevator & escalator market. TJEI has established a foothold in 18 of India's major cities and is working with over 300 renowned customers across the country. Continuing its growth momentum, TJEI has achieved a remarkable feat by effectively managing 4900 elevators, showcasing a blend of high service quality, meticulous spare parts management, customer education initiatives, rigorous in-house training programs, and strategic planning.
“Through our annual maintenance contracts of local demand, TJEI is building a sustainable future by focusing on developing products that support modern life and society, and are in harmony with the environment. Harnessing the full range of Toshiba’s technological innovations, we aim to enhance the delight of our customers in our products and win their complete trust in Toshiba elevators.” — Mr. Katsuhiko Sato, Managing Director, TJEI
Namaste, I wish all Indians a very Happy 79th Independence Day!
India stands as one of the world’s fastest-growing economies. We are honoured that Toshiba has been part of this remarkable journey for over 60 years.
This year is also special for us, as Toshiba celebrates its 150th anniversary. As we mark this milestone, we reflect on our long-standing commitment to building a better world—for people and the planet. Our continued partnership with India is a proud part of that legacy.
Toshiba supports India’s growth by aligning with many of India’s key national missions: Make in India, Clean India Mission and Digital India. These initiatives are deeply connected to our vision of a sustainable future.
Aligned with the Make in India initiative, our Transmission & Distribution business exports to 52 countries from India. Reinforcing India as a global manufacturing hub, we are expanding our T&D manufacturing capacity in Hyderabad.
Supporting the Clean India mission, Toshiba is addressing both air and water pollution. Our SCiB™ Rechargeable Lithium-ion Battery support India’s evolving needs in electric mobility, maritime transport, and energy storage systems.
To strengthen India’s water infrastructure, Toshiba is delivering several sewage and water treatment projects including the TK Halli Water Treatment Plant in Bengaluru and multiple Sewage Treatment Plants under Namami Gange.
Toshiba is supporting Government of India’s initiative to enhance renewable energy. Toshiba commissioned Purulia Pumped Storage plant in 2008 and continues to support its smooth operations. Purulia plant has the capability of load balancing during peak hours and helps reduce reliance on fossil fuel thus contributing to clean energy and helping in reducing air pollution.
In order to realize carbon-neutral society, electric vehicles are becoming more common all over the world. Toshiba’s Semiconductors products especially Power devices and Optocouplers offer significant benefits in the EV application.
Some of these benefits include higher efficiency, longer life, improved thermal performance for Electric Vehicle’s various blocks like – Battery Management Systems (BMS), Motor Control and EV Charging.
Complementing Digital India, Toshiba has introduced GridDB® Cloud for managing IoT and the high frequency generation of large volumes of big data.
Toshiba T&D India has taken a step in the journey of Digital Transformation with the implementation of the Process Bus Based Protection systems as a bedrock to strengthen the Digital Substation philosophy.
Toshiba is working on Cloud Server based Monitoring solutions, including Predictive and condition-based monitoring of the Assets by preparing digital power substation, that uses optical fiber cable for information exchange.
This solution also supports predictive maintenance and Just In Time inventory and optimizes other operational aspects during its lifetime.
With Toshiba’s Quantum Key Distribution (QKD), India can fortify its defense against evolving cyber threats.
Toshiba also supplies high-quality automotive light sources, contributing to a safe, secure and comfortable automotive society. Toshiba Lighting Division is working towards expanding the markets of Ultra-violet and Infra-Red lamps in India.
Toshiba’s philosophy—“Committed to People, Committed to the Future”—guides us every day. As India moves forward with confidence, our commitment remains strong and long-term.
Dhanyavaad. Jai Hind.
*EtaPRO® is a real-time digital platform. EtaPRO™ collects various data from sensors installed to each facility within the power plant. Using AI,This real-time monitoring allows for early detection of potential issues, leading to reduced plant downtime and improved efficiency.
