In an effort to control environmental pollution in the state of Punjab brought on by vehicle emissions, the Punjab Cabinet, approved the Punjab Electric Vehicle Policy (PEVP) 2022 on 3rd February 2023. The Punjab EV policy was created with the intention of encouraging adoption so that by the end of the policy year, electric vehicles would account for 25% of all new vehicle registrations. Additionally, it aims to reduce vehicle emissions, encourage the development of public and private EV charging infrastructure in the state, make Punjab a preferred location for the production of EVs, their components, and batteries, make Punjab a center for EV research and development under the direction of a Center of Excellence, and ensure sustainability and reduce environmental harm.
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