Green cess in U'khand on pvt outside vehicles
The New Indian Express Kollam|December 09, 2024
IN a proactive step towards environmental conservation, the Uttarakhand government is gearing up to impose a green cess on private vehicles entering the state from other regions.
NARENDRA SETHI @Dehradun
Green cess in U'khand on pvt outside vehicles

Sources at the state transport department stated that, as per the proposed rates, three-wheelers will attract a fee of ₹20, four-wheelers ₹40, and medium and heavy vehicles ₹60 and ₹80, respectively.

Notably, two-wheelers, electric vehicles, CNG vehicles, ambulances, and other essential service vehicles will be exempt from this charge. The implementation of this initiative is expected by the end of the month or in January of next year, aligning with the transport department's ongoing efforts to enhance road safety and environmental sustainability.

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