'Not just Tesla, TN may be the most preferred state for any big investor'

T R B Rajaa, the Minister for Industries, Investments and Commerce, Tamil Nadu government, is targeting $6 billion of investments in the EV sector in the near future

At a time when Tamil Nadu topped the list of electronics exports in the country, the state is also betting big on the electric vehicle (EV) segment to bring in more investors and increase its revenue. T R B Rajaa, the Minister for Industries, Investments and Commerce, is targeting $6 billion of investments in the EV sector in the near future. In an exclusive interview with Shine Jacob, he adds that the state will ensure that promises to the industry are met. Here are some edited excerpts:

You have lined up plans to attract $6 billion in investments and create