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Pollution biggest challenge, transport sector key contributor: Gadkari

Pollution is India's biggest challenge and the transport sector is a major contributor, Union minister Nitin Gadkari said on Monday, stressing the urgent need to transition from fossil fuels to alternative energy sources. He said India's dependence on fossil fuels is both an economic burden as Rs 22 lakh crore is spent annually on fuel imports and an environmental hazard, making clean energy adoption crucial for the nation's progress. Speaking at the launch of an eco-friendly electric cycle in Thane, the Road Transport & Highways Minister said cycling needs to be promoted as a sustainable urban transport option in view of increasing urbanisation. Gadkari said the rapid growth of India's automobile sector has surpassed Japan to become the third-largest globally since 2014. He said by 2030, India will be the world leader in electric vehicle (EV) production, significantly impacting the global auto market. He credited the sharp decline in lithium-ion battery prices (now at USD 100 per

Pollution biggest challenge, transport sector key contributor: Gadkari
Updated On : 31 Mar 2025 | 7:02 PM IST

Is that dishwasher truly green or is it another case of greenwashing?

The US has green codes defined by the Federal Trade Commission to prevent consumers from misleading marketing claims

Is that dishwasher truly green or is it another case of greenwashing?
Updated On : 02 Mar 2023 | 6:09 PM IST

House that nature built: From collecting rainwater to recycling used water

It focuses on the principles of sustainable architecture and leaving minimal carbon impact on the environment

House that nature built: From collecting rainwater to recycling used water
Updated On : 02 Feb 2019 | 7:19 PM IST