‘RAHI’ scheme re-launched with elevated subsidy
Amritsar, February 15
Below the “RAHI” (Rejuvenation of Auto-Rickshaws in Amritsar by means of Holistic Intervention) scheme, a subsidy of Rs 1.25 lakh might be given for changing outdated diesel autos with e-autos. Earlier, the subsidy was Rs 75,000.
With a purpose to enhance public transport within the metropolis and scale back air pollution, the undertaking was re-launched on the railway station right here right now.
Regional Transport Authority (RTA) secretary Arshdeep Singh, in his deal with to representatives of auto unions, mentioned following their demand the federal government elevated the subsidy. Now, it could be given on an upfront mode in order to cut back the burden on auto-rickshaw drivers. Aside from the State Financial institution of India (SBI), different banks had additionally been empanelled beneath the federal government scheme.
He mentioned to avail of the advantages of the RAHI scheme, it was vital for auto drivers to be a member of the Amritsar Auto Rickshaw Company Society and possess an Aadhaar card, voter card, RC of auto and a driving licence. drivers can apply for it by visiting the dealerships of empanelled corporations – Mahindra and Piaggio.
The Regional Transport Authority (RTA) secretary anticipated that e-rickshaws would solely assist verify air pollution, but in addition enhance the earnings of drivers. Their every day expense would come down as the price of working a diesel auto was between Rs 4 to Rs 5 per km, whereas it’s round 0.68 paise per km in e-auto. This scheme was just for the residents of Amritsar. He listened to the issues of auto drivers and directed the visitors police personnel current on the spot to resolve their points.
Amongst others, DSP Rajesh Kakkar, Inspector Anup Kumar, Aman Sharma from Good Metropolis, Railway Station Auto Union president Narinder Singh Chaudhary and representatives of varied auto unions had been current on the event.
Will assist verify air pollution
Regional Transport Authority (RTA) secretary Arshdeep Singh anticipated that e-rickshaws would solely assist verify air pollution, but in addition enhance the earnings of drivers. Their every day expense would come down as the price of working a diesel auto was between Rs 4 to Rs 5 per km, whereas it’s round 0.68 paise per km in e-auto. This scheme was just for the residents of Amritsar. He listened to the issues of auto drivers and directed the visitors police personnel current on the spot to resolve their points.