The best ventilator design concept will receive a grant from MG Motor. Credit: MG Motor India Pvt. Ltd.

Visit our Covid-19 microsite for the latest coronavirus news, analysis and updates

Follow the latest updates of the outbreak on our timeline.

Go deeper with GlobalData

Go deeper with GlobalData

The gold standard of business intelligence.

Find out more

Discover B2B Marketing That Performs

Combine business intelligence and editorial excellence to reach engaged professionals across 36 leading media platforms.

Find out more

MG Motor India is in discussions with medical device manufacturers to produce ventilators at its plant in Halol to help address the demand during the coronavirus (Covid-19) pandemic.

The company said that it is in discussions with companies such as GE and some others for the ventilators production.

The company has also launched an affordable ventilator design challenge to serve the patients affected by Covid-19.

The best ventilator design concept, post evaluation by a team of medical experts, will receive a grant of Rs10lakh from the company.

GlobalData Strategic Intelligence

US Tariffs are shifting - will you react or anticipate?

Don’t let policy changes catch you off guard. Stay proactive with real-time data and expert analysis.

By GlobalData

Additionally, MG Motor will provide production support for the proposed ventilator prototype at its Halol facility for quick market deployment. The prototype is expected to be ready within a week.

If the prototype receives regulatory approval, the company plans to start manufacturing its own ventilators. However, it may require more time as it involves regulatory approval.

The company also has plans to begin a separate unit for ventilators in the future, if the demand increases.

MG Motor India president and managing director Rajeev Chaba said: “The Covid-19 pandemic has given rise to a dire need of ventilators to take care of the growing number of patients. There is an extreme shortage of ventilators in the country and those available are very expensive for mass adoption.

“As a responsible corporate citizen, MG Motor India is committed to fighting this pandemic. Incentivising medical innovation through a financial grant to the most viable prototype is the most effective channel to do our bit for the community.”

Meanwhile, coronavirus cases in India have crossed 4,314 with the death toll reaching 118.

Medical Device Network Excellence Awards - Nominations Closed

Nominations are now closed for the Medical Device Network Excellence Awards. A big thanks to all the organisations that entered – your response has been outstanding, showcasing exceptional innovation, leadership, and impact

Excellence in Action
Awarded for Innovation in Remote Hearing Diagnostics , hearX’s Self Test Kit (STK) delivers clinically validated audiometry via smart devices, enabling remote, scalable hearing assessments in homes, clinics and retail. Learn how hearX is redefining hearing care delivery and reducing costs for providers globally.

Discover the Impact