The Society of Indian Automobile Manufacturers (SIAM) organised the ‘Green Plate EV Rally’ at Pragati Maidan in partnership with the Ministry of Heavy Industries and Government of India. The rally marks a significant stride in promoting eco-friendly transportation and underscores SIAM’s unwavering commitment to driving the widespread adoption of electric vehicles across the nation.
Speaking at the event, Dr. Mahendra Nath Pandey, Union Minister of Heavy Industries, Government of India, said that the Indian Government has provided constant support for the growth of EVs in the country. He added that 9.4 lakh EVs are now on Indian roads, and India will soon become a major battery manufacturing hub.
Kamran Rizvi, Secretary, Ministry of Heavy Industries, Government of India, said that EVs have grown from 0.13% in 2019-20 to 4.3% now, and SIAM has made significant contributions in leading this change. He added that the Government expects 12 lakh scooters to be sold this year, and by 2030, the country is anticipated to have 60-70% of electric two-wheelers and 70-75% of electric three-wheelers. For cars, the Government aims to sell one lakh cars this year.
Mr. Vinod Aggarwal, President of SIAM and Managing Director and CEO of Volvo Eicher Commercial Vehicles Ltd., said that over the last couple of years, the Indian automobile industry has made significant progress towards sustainability to meet the decarbonisation targets set by the Indian government.
The ‘Green Plate EV Rally’ is a welcome initiative by SIAM and the Ministry of Heavy Industries. It will help to raise awareness about electric vehicles and encourage people to adopt this sustainable mode of transportation.
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