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Captain Tractors

Captain Tractors Private Limited (CTPL) is an Indian manufacturer of mini tractors and agricultural and farming equipment,[1] headquartered in Rajkot, Gujarat.[2][3][4] Founded in 1994, CTPL has received several awards, including four national awards and three state awards.[5][6]

Captain Tractors Private Limited
FormerlyAsha Exim Pvt Ltd
Company typePrivate
IndustryManufacturing company
Founded27 March 1994; 30 years ago (1994-03-27) in Rajkot, Gujarat
FounderG.T. Patel
M.T. Patel
Headquarters
Rajkot, Gujarat
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India
Area served
Worldwide

History

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The company was founded as Asha Exim Pvt Ltd in 1994 by brothers G.T. Patel and M.T. Patel from the state of Gujarat[7] and changed its name to Captain Tractors.[5][6][8] The first mini tractor was launched by the company in India in 1998 [9][5][10] and named after the brand as Captain.[2] The company started manufacturing agricultural implements and machinery for different farming systems after it received an approval from the Government of India. Its Captain DI 2600 model received a subsidy approval from the Government of India in 2004.[1] In 2008, CTPL received two national awards from the Government of India.[11]

In 2012, the company entered into a strategic partnership with TAFE Group for small tractor series.[10][12][13] CTPL has about 60 percent market share in the mini tractor segment.[9] In 2013 the company received an award for the Best R&D and Entrepreneurship from the Ministry of Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises, India.[6] In 2017, CTPL was a participant at the 77th edition of SIMA, the international agri-business show that was held from 26 February to 2 March 2017 at the Paris Nird Villepinte in France. The company has PA approval from countries including Germany, Spain, France, Portugal, Greece, Saudi Arabia, Belgium, Canada, Holland, Ivory Coast, Tunisia, Egypt, and Austria. It also received the Homologation certificate for European countries.[5][14]

In 2021, CTPL initiated a Memorandum of Understanding agreement with the Government of Gujarat during the Vibrant Gujarat 2021 event for a total investment of Rs 100 crore committing to generate employment for 1790 people in Rajkot.[15]

International book of records

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On April 6, 2023, CTPL converted 70 identical mini tractors into chariots during an event in Jetpur, Gujarat. These chariots were used to transport more than 140 idols of deities on a spiritual pilgrimage alongside walking participants, covering approximately 27 kilometers over 12 hours. The International Book of Records documented the event and recognized it as a world record for converting the highest number of mini tractors of the same model and color into chariots for a religious event.[16]

Mini Tractor Day

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CTPL pioneered the development of indigenous mini tractors in India. After various experiments in 1994, the company invented the mini tractor and launched its first model on May 27, 1998. It was designed to mechanize agriculture and support small and marginal farmers in increasing agricultural productivity and income. This day is commemorated annually as 'The Mini Tractor Day' across 17 states. The product has received 10 national awards from the Government of India. In March 2024, the company launched its 250 Lion Series. These tractors featured Dual Cylinder Simpson Engines.[17]

Awards

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  • 2008 - Awarded two National Award for R&D efforts by the Government of India[18][10]
  • 2012 - Best MSME award by the Government of Gujarat[19]
  • 2015 - Awarded two National Award for Product Innovation & Outstanding Entrepreneurship in Micro & Small Enterprises[20]
  • 2021 - Farm Power Awards[21]
  • 2021 - ITOTY Award for Best Tractor between 21-30 HP[22]
  • 2022 - ITOTY Award for Best Tractor under 20 HP[22]
  • Patidar Udyog Ratna Award for Best Business Leadership[citation needed]
  • 2024 - ITOTY Award for Best Tractor under 20 HP and Tractor Exporter of The Year[23]

References

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  1. ^ a b Singh, Sukhpal (2010). Agricultural Machinery Industry in India: Growth, Structure, Marketing and Buyer Behaviour. Allied Publishers. ISBN 978-81-8424-531-8.
  2. ^ a b Das, Chintu (6 May 2021). "CAPTAIN Tractors unveils its 8th generation series of Mini Tractors". Krishi Jagran. Retrieved 15 March 2022.
  3. ^ "Domestic Tractor Sales Reached a Total of 51932 Units in Feb 2022; Drops By 31.35%". krishijagran.com. Retrieved 15 March 2022.
  4. ^ "भारत में इन कंपनियों के ट्रैक्टर की बंपर बिक्री, लिस्ट में महिंद्रा टॉप पर, देखें बाकियों के क्या हाल". Navbharat Times (in Hindi). Retrieved 15 March 2022.
  5. ^ a b c d "Captain Tractors receives huge acceptance and appreciation at SIMA - Paris International Agri-Business Show 2017". Agri Mech magazine. Retrieved 15 March 2022.
  6. ^ a b c "Captain Tractors: Providing Outstanding and Innovative Solutions to Farmers". Insights Success magazine. 29 June 2018. Retrieved 15 March 2022.
  7. ^ Mathur, Ajeet N. (1 March 2016). IIMA-Strategies for Future: Understanding International Business. Random House India. ISBN 978-81-8400-367-3.
  8. ^ "Captain Tractor in India – Pioneer of The Mini Tractor". Lezeto. 5 October 2020. Retrieved 15 March 2022.
  9. ^ a b Dave, Vimukt (11 September 2009). "Captain Tractors to launch 3 mini tractors in 2 years". Business Standard India. Retrieved 15 March 2022.
  10. ^ a b c "TAFE, Captain Tractors tie up for sub-20-hp tractors". Business Line. 6 March 2012. Retrieved 15 March 2022.
  11. ^ "TAFE and Captain Tractors form strategic alliance for sub 20HP tractors". www.indiainfoline.com. Retrieved 15 March 2022.
  12. ^ "TAFE plans to invest Rs.100 crore on capacity expansion at Madurai". The Hindu. 3 April 2012. ISSN 0971-751X. Retrieved 15 March 2022.
  13. ^ Ramnath, NS (11 October 2012). "Forbes India - Tafe, Mallika Srinivasan: The Tractor Queen". Forbes India. Retrieved 15 March 2022.
  14. ^ "SIMA- Paris International Agribusiness Show opening ceremony". krishijagran.com. Retrieved 15 March 2022.
  15. ^ "20 MoUs totalling ₹24,185 cr investments signed ahead of Vibrant Gujarat Summit". www.thehindubusinessline.com. 22 November 2021. Retrieved 15 March 2022.
  16. ^ "Captain Tractor Sets New World Record with Spiritual Pilgrimage Featuring 70 Identical Mini Tractors". firstindia.co.in.
  17. ^ "May 27 Is Celebrated As The Mini Tractor Day Across India". 2 June 2023. Retrieved 25 July 2024.
  18. ^ "Captain Tractors Pvt Ltd: pioneer of the mini tractor". IBEF. Retrieved 15 March 2022.
  19. ^ "Awards to Best MSMEs 2012-13 Entrepreneurial Excellence of MSMEs" (PDF). ic.gujarat.gov.in.
  20. ^ "List of the Awardees of MSME National Awards - 2015" (PDF). www.dcmsme.gov.in. Retrieved 28 March 2022.
  21. ^ "Agriculturetoday Presents | 3rd Farm Power Awards 2021". www.agriculturetoday.in. Retrieved 15 March 2022.
  22. ^ a b "ITOTY - The Winner of ITOTY 2019 | Indian Tractor of The Year Winner". www.itoty.org. Retrieved 15 March 2022.
  23. ^ "ITOTY - The Winner of ITOTY| Indian Tractor of The Year Winner". www.itoty.org. Retrieved 23 July 2024.
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