HPTDC Adds 5 Battery-Operated EVs at Tourist Properties to Promote Green Mobility

Shimla, January 11: Himachal Pradesh Tourism Development Corporation (HPTDC) has added five battery-operated electric vehicles for use at its units including The Palace Chail, Tea Bud Palampur, Devdar Khajjiar and New Ros Common Kasauli to facilitate guests and visitors.

The 6-seater EVs can run up to 60 km on a single charge with a maximum speed of 25 kmph. The initiative will improve internal mobility within HPTDC properties and will especially benefit senior citizens. The total cost of the project is around ₹50 lakh and is being seen as a step towards pollution-free transport and EV transition in the state.