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Сентябрь
2024

Delhi to organise 'e-vehicle parade' in October to boost usage, sales

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Delhi's environment department will organise an 'e-vehicle parade' at Rajghat in early October, aimed at encouraging the purchase and use of electric vehicles (EVs) in the city.

Officials anticipate that over 500 EVs will participate in this event, with a registration link for interested owners to be announced shortly.

A senior official from the environment department said that a tender has been issued for the event, which is expected to cost around Rs 5.76 lakh. Bids will be accepted until September 30, and the parade will be conducted within five days of awarding the tender.

"The primary objective is to promote EV usage in Delhi and raise awareness about their benefits. We encourage as many EV owners as possible to join the parade," an official said.

"Transitioning to electric vehicles will contribute to reducing vehicular pollution in the capital," the official stated.

Environment Minister Gopal Rai, who recently resumed his role following the formation of a new cabinet, emphas