Nilesh Deshpande Shares Insights on Sustainable Mobility at Future Powertrain Conclave

Mumbai, India – Nilesh Deshpande, Director – Engineering, Engine Business at Cummins India, recently participated in the Future Powertrain Conclave as a key panelist. The discussion, centered on ‘Alternate Fuels Powering Sustainable Mobility’, explored India’s evolving energy landscape and the role of innovative technologies in driving eco-friendly transportation.

During the session, Nilesh highlighted the diverse low-emission pathways crucial for India’s sustainable mobility transition, including:

🔹 Biofuels – Ethanol and biodiesel as viable alternatives to reduce fossil fuel dependence
🔹 CNG, CBG & LNG – The growing adoption of cleaner gaseous fuels in India’s transport sector
🔹 Flex-Fuel Powertrains – Their potential to revolutionize fuel flexibility and reduce emissions
🔹 Hydrogen Solutions – A promising pathway for decarbonizing long-haul trucking
🔹 India’s Gas-Based Economy Roadmap – Policy initiatives accelerating the shift toward sustainable fuels

“The future of mobility lies in a multi-fuel approach, where innovation and collaboration will drive meaningful progress toward decarbonization,” said Nilesh. “At Cummins, we are committed to advancing cleaner technologies that align with India’s sustainability goals.”

Cummins continues to lead the charge in sustainable engineering, leveraging cutting-edge solutions to support #DestinationZero – the company’s vision for a net-zero emissions future.