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Chandigarh launches electric vehicle portal, reviews solar initiatives

Chandigarh: The Electric Vehicle (EV) Portal – – was launched on Tuesday. "The portal aims at improving accessibility and transparency for EV beneficiaries in the Union Territory by providing a user-friendly digital platform. It enables eligible citizens to apply online for subsidies under the Chandigarh EV Policy, track application status in real-time, and access a location-based map of all public EV charging stations across UT Chandigarh, integrated with Google Maps for easy navigation," said a UT spokesman. The official launch took place during the governing body meeting of CREST (Chandigarh Renewable Energy and Science & Technology Promotion Society) held on Tuesday under the chairmanship of UT chief secretary Rajeev Verma. The chief secretary acknowledged that Chandigarh had achieved saturation in the installation of solar photovoltaic (SPV) plants across all government buildings – a significant milestone reflecting the city's commitment to sustainable energy and a low-carbon future. To ensure the continued efficiency and performance of the existing solar infrastructure, the chief secretary directed CREST to initiate third-party audits of all SPV projects that have been operational for five years or more. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Birla Evara 3 and 4 BHK from ₹ 1.75 Crore* Birla Estates Learn More These audits will promote accountability and long-term sustainability of solar assets. He also emphasised that technically innovative projects – such as SPV plants proposed over cycle tracks – must be thoroughly evaluated for feasibility, performance, and aesthetics, with close coordination involving the UT chief architect. "The Chandigarh administration remains steadfast in its vision to transform the city into a model of clean energy by integrating smart technology, promoting renewable energy adoption, and advancing sustainable mobility," said the spokesman. MSID:: 122980826 413 |