Delhi Chief Minister Atishi and Aam Aadmi Party leader Manish Sisodia on Wednesday inaugurated 25 low-cost EV charging stations in Mayur Vihar Phase 1, officials said.
According to an official statement, the move is part of the Delhi government’s broader strategy to fight pollution and promote the use of electric vehicles (EVs) and strengthen the city’s position as India’s EV capital. be.
Speaking at the event, Atishi highlighted the Delhi government’s commitment to fostering a sustainable future through robust EV infrastructure.
“Delhi currently has over 2,400 EV charging points offering some of the lowest tariffs in the country. This is why 12 per cent of new vehicles registered in Delhi are electric vehicles,” Atishi said. , added that the city is also home to electric vehicles. Second largest fleet of electric buses in the world.
The new charging stations managed by Delhi Transco Limited take the total number of government-run charging points to 78, the statement said.
It added that each station has multiple charging points and is designed to be accessible and affordable for EV users across the city.
Hailing the initiative as a step towards making the national capital a green mobility hub, Sisodia said, “These charging stations are the power bank of modern Delhi. Despite the challenges, EV adoption rate in new car registrations is 12. % and laid the foundation.” For a cleaner, healthier future. He also emphasized the importance of educated and visionary leadership in achieving such milestones.
“Educated leaders build infrastructure, but uneducated leaders foster crime. With leaders like Arvind Kejriwal and Atishi, Delhi has We have proven that we can overcome the toughest challenges, such as pollution,” Sisodia said.
Highlighting the success of Delhi’s EV policy, which provides subsidies, tax exemptions and affordable charging infrastructure, Atishi said, “Under the leadership of Arvind Kejriwal, Delhi has shown that effective governance can turn visions into reality.” “It won’t be long before Delhi implements an electric vehicle policy.” The EV model, like the educational model, will be recognized around the world. ”
