The state transport department was the first in the country to adopt e-vehicles, marking a successful milestone in our commitment to environmental sustainability
Himachal Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu said that 19 electric vehicles launched by the transport department have proven to be game changers for the environment and cost savings of Rs 28 lakh in one year.
The state transport department was the first in the country to adopt e-vehicles, marking a successful milestone in our commitment to environmental sustainability, Sukhu was quoted as saying in a statement.
The launch of 19 electric vehicles in the Transport Department has proven to be a game changer for both environment conservation and cost savings, and the replacement of fossil-fuel-based vehicles resulted in savings of Rs 28 lakh in the state exchequer in just one year, he said.
Last year, on February 3, the transport department was provided with 19 e-vehicles across 12 Regional Transport Offices and in the transport directorate.
Sukhu said that he is also using an e-vehicle while in Shimla town. The State Government has envisioned a green revolution, promoting the widespread adoption of electric vehicles and aiming to become the frontrunner in sustainable transportation, he added.
Sukhu said that the State Government was committed to fostering sustainability in transportation operations, curbing air pollution, particularly in urban areas, and reducing the carbon footprint, which will also have a positive impact on public health.
The State Government is also strengthening the infrastructure for green mobility, and six green corridors will be completed by the end of this current financial year. He said that the state aims to reduce dependency on imported fossil fuels, ensuring that funds remain within the state and envisioning a future with sustainable, eco-friendly transportation coexisting harmoniously with the breathtaking Himalayan landscapes.