Nitish Kumar procures two EVs to boost electric mobility in Bihar
The Hindu
In a significant move towards promoting sustainable and eco-friendly transportation in Bihar, Chief Minister Nitish Kumar announced the procurement of two electric cars during the Bihar Electric Vehicle (EV) Conclave and Expo held in Patna on January 11.
In a significant move towards promoting sustainable and eco-friendly transportation in Bihar, Chief Minister Nitish Kumar announced the procurement of two electric cars during the Bihar Electric Vehicle (EV) Conclave and Expo held in Patna on January 11.
The Chief Minister, who has personally used an EV since 2019, made the announcement during his visit to the expo. The event was organised by the Bihar Transport Department in collaboration with World Resources Institute, India, and the Bihar State Pollution Control Board.
During his visit, Mr. Kumar actively engaged with the showcased EVs, seeking detailed information about their features and capabilities. In particular, he inquired about the range of the vehicles on a single charge, expressing his satisfaction with the cutting-edge technologies incorporated into the latest models of EVs.
Impressed with the performance and eco-friendly attributes of the electric SUVs, the Chief Minister instructed the officials concerned to initiate the procurement process for two EVs.
Speaking on the sidelines of the expo, Mr. Kumar emphasised the environmental benefits of EVs and highlighted ongoing efforts to develop infrastructure for convenient public charging facilities. He urged the public to explore the advantages of EVs, emphasising their role in environmental conservation.
Transport Department Minister Sheela Kumari inaugurated the conclave and emphasised the collective efforts required to achieve a pollution-free State. She highlighted the ongoing initiatives of the transport department to reduce vehicle-borne pollution and encouraged the purchase of EVs and the establishment of charging stations under the Bihar Electric Vehicle Policy.
Chief Secretary Amir Subhani called upon all departments, EV manufacturing firms, and charging agencies to take the initiative in setting up EV charging stations in the State. Transport Secretary Sanjay Kumar Agarwal emphasised the need to develop an ecosystem for promoting EVs, citing the success of the Bihar EV Policy.
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