LUCKNOW, July 14 -- Chief secretary SP Goyal on Tuesday directed all government departments and authorities to identify and earmark suitable land for setting up public electric vehicle (EV) charging stations under the Centre's PM E-Drive Scheme, with an emphasis on creating a robust charging network across the state.

Chairing a review meeting here, Goyal said the PM E-Drive Scheme was a key initiative to strengthen clean, green and sustainable transport in Uttar Pradesh.

He stressed that coordinated efforts by all departments and authorities were essential for the rapid development of modern public EV charging infrastructure to promote electric mobility and provide convenient charging facilities to citizens.

Goyal directed all departme...