India, May 14 -- The Bihar Government on Wednesday approved amendments to its electric vehicle policy with the aim of ensuring that at least 30 per cent of all new vehicles sold in the State by 2030 are EVs. The decision was taken at a cabinet meeting chaired by Chief Minister Samrat Choudhary.

The move is aimed at reducing greenhouse gas emissions, curbing vehicular pollution and improving air quality across the State, officials said.

"The Bihar Government aims to ensure that by 2030, at least 30 per cent of all new vehicles sold in the State are electric vehicles," the proposal approved by the Cabinet stated.

The policy seeks to increase public acceptance of EVs, improve transportation facilities in rural areas and promote commercial...