Gandhinagar (
Gujarat
[India], April 5 (ANI):
Gujarat
Chief Minister
Bhupendra Patel
has initiated the nation’s inaugural
geared electric motorbike
plant
set up by the MATTER Company in Changodar,
Ahmedabad
.
The Chief Minister mentioned that the state government is committed to setting up
Gujarat
As the country’s focal point for sustainable energy.
On this particular occasion, Chief Minister Patel conveyed his best wishes for Chaitri Navratri-Durgashtami and emphasized that with the forward-thinking guidance of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, India has become the globe’s fifth largest economy, recording a 12 percent expansion in the automotive industry, according to reports.
Gujarat
Chief Minister’s office release.
CM Patel highlighted that the country’s automobile sector is now completely prepared to vie on the international front. To hasten eco-friendly development, the Prime Minister has supported the inspiring slogan of ‘ Innovate in India.’ Aligning with this objective, MATTER Corporation has launched the country’s premier facility.
geared electric motorbike
plant
.
The Chief Minister, Mr. Patel, also mentioned that acknowledging the necessity of adapting to changing circumstances, the Prime Minister initiated the International Solar Alliance with significant focus on renewable resources. During his tenure, India has made notable strides in the domain of clean energy. In just one decade, the nation’s capacity for generating green power skyrocketed from approximately 2.8 gigawatts to around 102.5 gigawatts, whereas wind energy output was reported to have increased twofold.
“Chief Minister Patel mentioned that more than 11 lakh households across the nation have adopted solar power systems as part of the PM Surya Ghar Yojana initiated by the Prime Minister to encourage local solar energy production. Consequently, the country’s solar-generated electrical capacity surged from 9 gigawatts to 98 gigawatts,” the statement noted.
CM Patel mentioned that Rs 2,240 crores were set aside in the present Union Budget for producing 4.5 lakh metric tons of green hydrogen. He added that India is progressing towards being recognized as the globe’s third-biggest generator of renewable energy.
Chief Minister Patel stated that over the past decade, electric vehicle sales have skyrocketed 640 times, with nearly 17 lakh EVs being sold in just the previous year.
“CM Patel emphasized that to position
Gujarat
As the country’s center for sustainable energy, the state administration has launched the Electric Vehicle Policy-2021. In conjunction with this, considerable strides are being taken to build the required infrastructure. The announcement stated that as part of this effort, the government is vigorously encouraging the manufacturing of lithium-ion batteries crucial for electric cars.
CM Patel expressed the state government’s firm dedication to embracing renewable energy sources, mentioning that approximately 800 electric buses are presently functioning within the public transport system throughout the region.
Gujarat
.
“CM Patel further shared that 2.64 lakh electric vehicles were registered in the state over the past year. Emphasizing the importance of zero carbon emissions, he urged citizens to actively support the creation of a clean and green environment in order to help achieve the vision of Viksit Bharat @2047 set forth by the Prime Minister,” the release read.
On this particular occasion, Govindbhai Dholakia, a Member of the Rajya Sabha, mentioned that under the guidance of the Chief Minister,
Bhupendra Patel
, the state government is successfully implementing Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s concept of Aatmanirbhar Bharat. He went on to remark that
Gujarat
has advanced the ‘Make in India’ initiative further with ‘Make in
Gujarat
where top-tier products are currently being created—MATTER’s Era Bike serving as an excellent illustration.
On this occasion, Mohal Lalbhai, the founder and Group CEO of MATTER Company, expressed his gratitude to Chief Minister Patel and stated that this accomplishment was achieved thanks to
Gujarat
‘s progressive industrial policies. He called this a transformational moment for the company and the wider EV ecosystem.
It is worth mentioning that during this event, the Chief Minister acquired extensive insight into the motorcycle.
Bhupendra Patel
transferred zero-emission bicycles to the State Police Force and Gir Rangers, handed over by Matter Company. The initiative was part of their Make in India and Innovative India-driven next-generation programs.
plant
“, the firm will manufacture approximately 120,000 units per year,” the statement said.
On this particular occasion, Kanubhai Patel, an MLA; Arun Pratap Singh, who founded and serves as the Group Chief Operating Officer at the firm; Professor Arvind Sahay; alongside various esteemed guests, business collaborators, and staff members from MATTER Company, attended the event. (ANI)
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