Chip Shortage Affecting Bajaj Auto Very Badly: Director

The video discusses the impact of the pandemic on business operations in India, highlighting the closure of dealerships and restricted sales. It explores supply chain challenges, particularly in overseas markets, and the effects of the global chip shortage on production. Rising commodity prices are affecting margins, prompting strategic pricing actions. The company's EV strategy faces challenges due to supply issues, but demand remains strong. Market inequality is evident, with the top half of the demand pyramid performing well, while the bottom half struggles.

What percentage of dealerships were closed during the second wave of the pandemic in India?

• 70%

• 80%

• 60%

• 50%

How has the supply chain been managed differently during the second wave compared to the first?

• It has been managed with better local dialogue and planning.

• It has been ignored due to low demand.

• It has been outsourced to other countries.

• It has been completely halted.

What is the expected timeline for improvement in the chip shortage situation?

• By the end of the decade

• By next month

• By May or June

• By the end of the year

What impact have rising commodity prices had on the business?

• They have led to a surplus in production.

• They have increased costs by 3 to 4%.

• They have had no impact.

• They have decreased costs.

What was the company's target for city expansion with their electric scooter by the end of the year?

• 12 cities

• 30 cities

• 24 cities

• 18 cities

How has the demand pyramid shifted for the company's products?

• Demand has increased for low-cost products.

• Demand has decreased for premium products.

• Demand has shifted towards the top half of the portfolio.

• Demand has remained unchanged.

What is one reason for the increased demand for premium products?

• Job losses have increased.

• Incomes have been impaired.

• Stock markets have performed well.

• The middle class has expanded.