Surat : Mehul Desai, Chairman of the Surat International Auto Expo and Auto Committee of the Southern Gujarat Chamber of Commerce and Industry (SGCCI), has been appointed as the National President of the All India Automobile Workshops Association (AIAWA). His leadership marks a significant step forward in strengthening and modernizing India’s independent automobile workshop industry.
AIAWA is a national body dedicated to uniting independent passenger vehicle workshops across the country. The association focuses on addressing industry challenges, advocating policy reforms, and enhancing service quality through skill development and technology adoption. With India’s automobile sector growing rapidly, the role of independent workshops has become crucial in ensuring customer satisfaction and vehicle maintenance standards.
Expressing his gratitude, Mehul Desai stated, “It is a great honor to lead AIAWA and represent thousands of independent workshops across India. My vision is to strengthen the industry by promoting collaboration, innovation, and excellence. Together, we aim to create a structured and progressive ecosystem for automobile workshops.”
Under Desai’s leadership, AIAWA is expected to introduce key initiatives that will benefit workshop owners, technicians, and customers alike. His focus areas include:
Standardization of Services: Implementing quality benchmarks to enhance customer trust and service efficiency.
Skill Development Programs: Training technicians in advanced automotive technologies, ensuring they stay updated with industry trends.
Policy Advocacy: Working with government bodies to introduce supportive policies for independent workshops.
Technology Adoption: Encouraging workshops to embrace digital tools for seamless operations and better customer engagement.
Mehul Desai’s appointment is seen as a positive development for the automobile service industry, especially for independent workshops striving for recognition and growth. His extensive experience in the auto sector, coupled with his leadership in SGCCI, positions him well to drive AIAWA’s vision forward.
