EV sales during Dussehra significantly down in Pune

THE FALL | Nearly 70% fewer EVs have been registered in Puneduring the festive season this year vis-a-vis those in 2023

- Ankit Shukla

Dussehra is considered one of the most auspicious days of the year, making it a popular occasion for people to purchase new things, especially vehicles. This year, according to the Regional Transport Office (RTO) in Pune, a total of 10,601 new vehicles were registered from Oct 3 to 11, which is slightly more than 2023.

According to the RTO, 6,707 two-wheelers, 2,922 four-wheelers, 346 goods vehicles, 261 auto-rickshaws, 20 buses, 231 taxis, and 114 other types of vehicles were registered this year. In comparison, on Dussehra 2023, a total of 10,594 vehicles were registered, which included 6,144 two-wheelers, 3,482 four-wheelers, 219 goods vehicles, 318 auto-rickshaws, 37 buses, 309 taxis and 85 other vehicles.