PANAJI: To bring the state under the web of EV charging stations to boost sales of electric vehicles, the state government has drafted the Goa Electric Vehicle Charging Infrastructure Policy.
A senior officer said that through the policy the government wants to set up charging stations in parking lots and government buildings.
The officer said that they have received objections and suggestions to the policy and after considering the same, the policy will be placed before the cabinet for final approval.
Globally EV technology is considered to be the game changer in the transportation sector. It offers advantages such as eco-friendliness, cheaper fuel cost, lower maintenance expenses, energy efficiency and increased safety, the senior officer said.
The central government has instituted various enabling policies to promote the development of the charging infrastructure network.
The senior officer said that a contextual approach is needed to ensure efficient and timely implementation of EV charging infrastructure, such that it meets local requirements and is optimally integrated within the electricity supply and transportation networks.
To reduce the carbon footprint, the state government has decided to provide subsidies to 11,000 electric vehicles every year for a period of five years. The subsidy will be capped at Rs 25 crore annually.
The subsidy will be given on a first come first serve basis, the senior official said. The subsidy will be disbursed in a single instalment that is 100% on purchase of the vehicle and production of documents of purchase — RC book and insurance.
