In a landmark move to champion eco-friendly transportation, the Bihar government has given the nod to a comprehensive Electric Vehicle (EV) policy. The policy places a strong emphasis on creating a conducive ecosystem for electric vehicles with a particular focus on developing a robust network of charging stations across the State.
In a parallel initiative to bolster electric mobility, the State cabinet, headed by Chief Minister Nitish Kumar on Tuesday, also cleared a proposal from the Transport Department to acquire 400 electric buses under the PM-eBus Sewa scheme. These buses, slated to operate in various districts of Bihar, aim to reduce reliance on conventional petrol and diesel-powered public transport vehicles.
The Bihar Electric Vehicle Policy, designed to steer the State towards a sustainable transport paradigm, outlines ambitious goals for the next five years, culminating in 2028. The policy aspires to see 15% of all new vehicles registered in Bihar by 2028 being EVs.
