Indian commercial vehicle manufacturer, Ashok Leyland, has launched an "All Women Production Line" with 100 per cent female employees at its Hosur plant in Tamil Nadu.

• The move is aimed at promoting women empowerment and attracting more females to the manufacturing industry. The new production line has 80 women employees.
• Ashok Leyland has invested significantly in training and upskilling women in core manufacturing skills.
• They will be responsible for the entire production of the new engine line, as the firm seeks to build a more diverse workforce, the company claimed.