PATNA, May 13 -- In a bid to enhance green mobility and women's empowerment, the Bihar government has approved the Bihar Electric Vehicle (Amendment) Policy, 2026, offering a Rs.1 lakh subsidy on electric four-wheelers purchased by women.

The government has set an ambitious target of ensuring that 30% of all new vehicles registered in the state by 2030 are electric. Officials estimate that this shift could lead to annual savings of around 10 crore litres of petrol and diesel by 2030, bringing down both household transport costs and greenhouse gas emissions.

The decision was taken at a cabinet meeting chaired by chief minister Samrat Choudhary on Wednesday. Officials described the move as part of a broader strategy to promote environment...