Nitin Gadkari inaugurates OPG Mobility's Ferrato EV dealership in Nagpur
In a boost to India's electric mobility drive,
OPG Mobility
(formerly Okaya EV) inaugurated its new Ferrato two-wheeler dealership, Vajra E Scooter, at 3-Nal Chowk, Gandhibagh in Nagpur. The showroom was inaugurated by Union Minister for Road Transport and Highways,
Nitin Gadkari
, underscoring the government's push for cleaner, sustainable transport solutions.
The dealership offers a complete sales and service experience and showcases Ferrato's full lineup, including high-speed scooters like DEFY 22 and Faast F-series, low-speed Freedum models, and the premium electric motorcycle, Disruptor. Customers buying through Flipkart will enjoy special discounts.
Founder OM Prakash Gupta said the launch marks a key milestone in expanding the company's presence in central India, with plans to scale into western and southern markets.
With a focus on innovation, affordability, and after-sales service, OPG Mobility is rapidly expanding its footprint to meet India's growing demand for
electric two-wheelers
, the company's statement said.
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