CS calls for adoption of electric vehicles

Metro India News | Hyderabad  

Chief Secretary K. Ramakrishna Rao held a review meeting on the electric vehicle (EV) charging infrastructure mandate at the Secretariat on Friday.

Senior officials from various departments participated in the meeting, which focused on strategies to scale up EV infrastructure across the state.

During the meeting, the Chief Secretary underscored the urgent need to accelerate the adoption of electric vehicles in line with sustainability goals and the transition towards clean energy. He emphasised that a strong and widespread charging network is critical to instill confidence among EV users and to support the growing demand for electric mobility.

The Chief Secretary directed officials to develop a comprehensive and forward-looking plan for establishing EV charging infrastructure, leveraging both government initiatives and private sector participation.

Stressing the importance of coordinated efforts, he called for the creation of a seamless ecosystem that ensures accessibility, reliability and efficiency of charging facilities across urban and rural areas.

The Chief Secretary also instructed that a centralised, real-time dashboard be developed to map and monitor EV charging infrastructure in the state. This dashboard will serve as a critical tool for planning, tracking progress, and ensuring transparency in the deployment of charging stations.

Special Chief Secretary (Energy) Navin Mittal informed that the Energy department is in the process of formulating a policy to mandate the installation of EV charging points in the basements of apartment buildings. This initiative aims to facilitate convenient home charging options and encourage wider adoption of electric vehicles among urban residents, he said.

Transport, Roads & Buildings Special Chief Secretary Vikas Raj, Planning  Secretary Gaurav Uppal, TGRTC MD Nagireddy, Transport Commissioner Ilambarithi, TGIIC VC & MD Shashanka, GHMC Commissioner Karnan, TGREDCO MD Anila Vavilla and OEM Representatives attended  the meeting.