In a major push towards sustainable urban transport and green mobility, the New Delhi Municipal Council (NDMC) on Friday announced a 50 per cent concession in parking charges for electric vehicles (EVs) across all notified NDMC parking sites and launched a series of eco-friendly transport initiatives for employees and residents.
The announcement was made by NDMC Vice-Chairman Kuljeet Singh Chahal, who said the initiatives were inspired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s call for fuel conservation, energy efficiency and promotion of environmentally sustainable transportation.
According to the NDMC, the concession for electric vehicles will come into effect from May 18 and will apply to all notified parking sites managed by the civic body’s Parking Management System Department. EV owners will be required to verify their vehicles through valid registration certificates and related documents.
Chahal said the initiative was aimed at encouraging the adoption of electric vehicles, reducing pollution levels and promoting cleaner urban mobility in the national capital.
As part of the green mobility drive, the NDMC also launched EV auto services connecting Palika Kendra with nearby Metro stations, including Patel Chowk, Rajiv Chowk and Janpath, besides routes linking Palika Kendra with SBS Gole Market and various NDMC field offices.
The civic body additionally flagged off a new NDMC shuttle bus service from the NDMC Housing Complex at Aliganj. Chahal, along with senior officials, travelled on the inaugural ride to Palika Kendra.
In the first phase, the shuttle service will cover major NDMC residential colonies, including Sarojini Nagar, Jor Bagh, Chanakyapuri, Mandir Marg and nearby council housing complexes.
An EV scooter service has also been introduced to provide last-mile connectivity for field staff and employees working across NDMC areas.
Chahal said the NDMC remained committed to promoting “Green India”, sustainable development and cleaner public transport systems in the Capital.
