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Time of India
11-07-2025
- Automotive
- Time of India
Uttarakhand reviews draft EV policy 2025, focus on incentives and ecosystem development
The Uttarakhand Transport Department , in coordination with other key state departments, held a high-level meeting on Thursday to deliberate on the draft Electric Vehicle (Manufacturing and Purchase) Policy 2025, PTI reports. The meeting, chaired by Chief Secretary Anand Bardhan, focused on shaping a robust framework aimed at accelerating the state's transition to green mobility. During the session, the draft policy was formally presented, outlining proposed incentives and infrastructure goals to boost electric vehicle (EV) adoption across Uttarakhand. Chief Secretary Bardhan emphasised the need for the policy to provide strong and clear incentives for EV manufacturers, consumers, and fleet operators. 'To build a viable and sustainable EV ecosystem in Uttarakhand, the policy must include compelling benefits for all stakeholders,' Bardhan said. He also called for the inclusion of a swift and effective monitoring mechanism to ensure timely resolution of implementation challenges. 'We must have systems in place to address issues as they arise so the transition is smooth and investor confidence remains high,' he added. EV growth in Uttarakhand Transport Secretary Vinay Shankar Pandey shared data underscoring the state's progress in EV adoption. Of the over 42 lakh registered vehicles in Uttarakhand, 84,614 are electric — a number expected to grow significantly with the implementation of a dedicated EV policy. The draft policy is part of the state's broader mission to support clean transportation and reduce vehicular emissions, aligning with national sustainability goals. Once finalised, the policy is expected to unlock investment in EV manufacturing, battery production, and charging infrastructure, positioning Uttarakhand as a key player in India's electric mobility revolution.
The Print
11-07-2025
- Automotive
- The Print
Uttarakhand: Draft EV policy presented at key transport dept meeting
Dehradun, July 10 (PTI) Officials from the Uttarakhand Transport Department and representatives from other departments held a meeting on Thursday to discuss the Electric Vehicle (Manufacturing and Purchase) Policy 2025. In the meeting, led by the state's Chief Secretary, Anand Bardhan, the draft of the policy was presented, and its key aspects were discussed in detail.
India Gazette
27-06-2025
- Politics
- India Gazette
Uttarakhand Chief Secretary holds meeting ahead of Kanwar Yatra
Dehradun (Uttarakhand) [India], June 27 (ANI): Uttarakhand Chief Secretary Anand Bardhan held a meeting of the Interstate Coordination Committee in Haridwar's CCR Auditorium to ensure smooth, pleasant and safe conduct of the upcoming Kanwar Mela. Senior officials from Uttarakhand, Uttar Pradesh, Haryana, Delhi, and Rajasthan participated in the meeting through both offline and online mediums. On this occasion, Chief Secretary Bardhan stated that the Kanwar Mela is a significant festival of faith and devotion. He said that the district administration, police and other related departments should ensure tight arrangements to ensure the safe nd successful completion of the Kanwar Yatra. He also discussed sharing real-time coordination and data with all the states. All necessary inputs should be shared from a security point of view. The Chief Secretary emphasised the maximum use of modern technology in the arrangements of the Kanwar Mela. He said that all preparations should be made with the upcoming Kumbh Mela in mind so that the experiences of the fair are also beneficial during Kumbh. The Chief Secretary said that tight arrangements should be ensured for law and order and traffic management during the Kanwar fair. He also instructed the district administration to use BHEL parking if required. Safety standards should be followed in the dhabas and hotels located on the Yatra route, and rate lists should be mandatorily displayed. DGP Deepam Seth said that every event presents new challenges. He said that to ensure this fair of faith and devotion is conducted in a safe manner, real-time information should be shared, and any kind of rumour should be uniformly denied. Only those workers who are proficient in their work should be sent to each other state. He said that information about 'what to do and what not to do' for Kanwariyas and devotees should be mandatorily displayed on the Yatra routes. The expectations of inter-state coordination should be fulfilled, and the fair should be conducted peacefully. In the meeting, Home Secretary Shailesh Bagauli stated that devotees participating in the yatra should not encounter any problems, the traffic system should be simple, easy, and safe, and all preparations should be made with the devotees' convenience in mind. District Magistrate Mayur Dixit and SSP Pramod Singh Dobal gave detailed information about the preparations being made for the Kanwar Yatra, including the duration of the Kanwar Yatra, the percentage of devotees coming from different states, traffic management plan, social media monitoring through a PowerPoint presentation. On behalf of Uttar Pradesh, DIG Abhishek gave detailed information about the ongoing preparations, including the travel plan. It was decided in the meeting that all the necessary information and inputs should be shared in real-time from a security point of view, social media should be monitored, and links for strict action against those spreading rumours should also be shared. The Kanwars should not be more than 10 feet in height. The SOP related to liquor and meat should be strictly followed. All identified DJ operators should be bound off by giving notice as per the rules. Uttarakhand should inform Uttar Pradesh about the parking situation in Haridwar from time to time. ADJ Bhanu Bhaskar from Uttar Pradesh, Home Secretary Mohit Gupta, Commissioner Meerut Division Rishikesh Bhaskar Yashod, Commissioner Bareilly Saumya Aggarwal, Commissioner Saharanpur AK Rai, DIG Saharanpur Abhishek Singh, IG RPF Pankaj Gangwar, IG Nilesh Anand Bharane from Uttarakhand, NS Napalchal, DIG Dhirendra Gunjyal, SSP Dehradun Ajay Singh, Mela Adhikari Sonika, and senior officials of the five states were present in the meeting. (ANI)
Hans India
16-06-2025
- Politics
- Hans India
Uttarakhand CM's New Initiative: Toppers to Take Charge as DM and SP for One Day
Orders for Inquiry into Rudraprayag Helicopter Crash; Strict Action to be Taken Against Those Found Negligent Chief Minister directs Complete Suspension of Helicopter Services to Char Dham Till Monday 'Command and Coordination Center' to be Set Up for Better Management of Heli Flights Helicopter services to Char Dham will remain completely suspended until Monday. The experience of all helicopter operators and pilots in high-altitude Himalayan regions will be reviewed. Heli services will be resumed only after a comprehensive meeting with all operators. To ensure better coordination and safe operation of heli flights, a central 'Command and Coordination Center' will be established in Dehradun. This center will include officials from DGCA, the Disaster Management Department, Civil Aviation, UCADA, and heli operator companies. These directions were issued by Chief Minister Shri Pushkar Singh Dhami during a meeting held at the CM residence on Sunday. The Chief Minister directed the formation of a committee under the chairmanship of the Home Secretary, Uttarakhand. This committee will include representatives from DGCA, UCADA, the Ministry of Civil Aviation (Government of India), and ATC. The committee will draft a Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) giving top priority to public safety. The report will be submitted before September. The Chief Minister also instructed that strict Administrative and Technical SOPs be prepared for the future operation of heli services in the state. He also ordered a high-level investigation into the Rudraprayag helicopter crash. The Chief Minister said that those found negligent at any level must be identified and appropriate punitive action should be taken. He emphasized that protecting the lives of common citizens is the top priority of the state government and no compromise with safety will be tolerated. The Chief Minister stated that only those pilots with long-term experience of flying in high-altitude Himalayan regions will be allowed to operate. He also directed that DGCA guidelines should be made stricter and must be followed with 100% compliance. He instructed for the installation of more advanced weather forecast equipment in Himalayan regions for more accurate and timely weather information. He also directed the Rudraprayag district administration to make proper arrangements for sending the bodies of those who lost their lives in the accident to their respective states and to stay in contact with their families. Present on the occasion through virtual mode were Chief Secretary Shri Anand Bardhan, Civil Aviation Secretary Shri Sameer Kumar Sinha, DGCA Director General Faiz Ahmed Kidwai, Secretaries Shri Shailesh Bagoli and Shri Sachin Kurve, Disaster Management Secretary Shri Vinod Kumar Suman, UCADA CEO Ms. Sonika, Information Director General Shri Banshidhar Tiwari, officials from the Aircraft Accident Investigation Bureau (AAIB), and others.
New Indian Express
16-06-2025
- Politics
- New Indian Express
CM orders Inquiry into Rudraprayag helicopter crash; Strict action to be taken against those found negligent
He also ordered a high-level investigation into the Rudraprayag helicopter crash. The Chief Minister said that those found negligent at any level must be identified and appropriate punitive action should be taken. He emphasized that protecting the lives of common citizens is the top priority of the state government and no compromise with safety will be tolerated. The Chief Minister stated that only those pilots with long-term experience of flying in high-altitude Himalayan regions will be allowed to operate. He also directed that DGCA guidelines should be made stricter and must be followed with 100% compliance. He instructed for the installation of more advanced weather forecast equipment in Himalayan regions for more accurate and timely weather information. He also directed the Rudraprayag district administration to make proper arrangements for sending the bodies of those who lost their lives in the accident to their respective states and to stay in contact with their families. Present on the occasion through virtual mode were Chief Secretary Shri Anand Bardhan, Civil Aviation Secretary Shri Sameer Kumar Sinha, DGCA Director General Faiz Ahmed Kidwai, Secretaries Shri Shailesh Bagoli and Shri Sachin Kurve, Disaster Management Secretary Shri Vinod Kumar Suman, UCADA CEO Ms. Sonika, Information Director General Shri Banshidhar Tiwari, officials from the Aircraft Accident Investigation Bureau (AAIB), and others. (This is a press release by the Uttarakhand government.)
