Why is a listed EV giant cutting R&D to repay debt?

Ola Electric has reallocated ₹575 Cr from its IPO proceeds-splitting ₹100 Cr to growth and ₹475 Cr to debt repayment.

Founded by Bhavish Aggarwal, the company is building electric scooters and EV infrastructure for India's mobility market.

The revised allocation shifts capital toward financial stability and operational needs.

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• R&D allocation reduced from ₹1,505 Cr → ₹930 Cr
• Debt repayment increased from ₹395 Cr → ₹870 Cr
• Second revision in IPO fund usage within a year
• Comes amid stock decline and rising losses

Why this matters:

This move reflects a shift from aggressive innovation → capital discipline under financial pressure.

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Should companies focus on innovation or survival when facing financial pressure?