Electric Tractors: A New Era for Maharashtra Farming
Electric tractors are set to transform the agricultural sector in Maharashtra with significant cost savings and subsidies. The Maharashtra state government aims to have 20-30% of all vehicles electric by 2030, promoting environmental sustainability. The first e-tractor was registered at the Thane RTO, prompting a promising shift in farming practices.
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Maharashtra's agriculture sector is on the brink of transformation with the introduction of electric tractors, announced by Transport Minister Pratap Sarnaik. These tractors promise cost-effective agricultural practices due to their reliance on electricity over diesel.
At an event marking the first e-tractor registration at Thane Regional Transport Office, Sarnaik highlighted a subsidy of Rs 1.5 lakh available under the Maharashtra State Electric Vehicle Policy 2025, alongside interest-free loans provided by state-supported Annasaheb Patil Economic Development Corporation.
The new e-tractors slash operational costs by up to 70%, with the vision of having 20-30% of vehicles in the state be electric by 2030, contributing to financial and environmental sustainability.
(With inputs from agencies.)
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