Auto industry companies in India are awaiting clarity on whether they will receive incentive funds for the first year of the ₹25,938 crore production-linked incentive scheme, which has been in effect for over a year. The standard operating procedure (SOP) for the scheme, which is required for products to be certified, was released on April 27, 2023, causing a delay. Companies are also concerned that key changes agreed upon by the industry and government have not been incorporated into the final draft of the SOP. Additionally, some manufacturers were wrongfully claiming subsidies in violation of conditions.