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Automobile
Gujarat government adds electric cars and 4x4s to official fleet under new purchase policy
✍️ The Times of India
🗓 13 Oct 2026, 04:32 AM
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The Gujarat state administration has revised its vehicle procurement guidelines to allow electric vehicles and four‑wheel‑drive models in its official fleet.
The Gujarat government has issued a revised vehicle purchase policy that expands its official fleet to include electric cars and four‑wheel‑drive (4x4) vehicles. The amendment aims to modernise the state's transport resources while supporting the push for greener mobility across public services.
Under the new guidelines, departments can procure electric vehicles for routine duties such as staff commuting and local inspections, reducing reliance on conventional fuel. Simultaneously, 4x4s are being added to improve operational capability in rugged or remote areas where standard cars may be less effective.
State officials said the policy aligns with broader environmental targets and the need for versatile transport solutions, though specific procurement numbers and timelines were not disclosed at the time of announcement.
Under the new guidelines, departments can procure electric vehicles for routine duties such as staff commuting and local inspections, reducing reliance on conventional fuel. Simultaneously, 4x4s are being added to improve operational capability in rugged or remote areas where standard cars may be less effective.
State officials said the policy aligns with broader environmental targets and the need for versatile transport solutions, though specific procurement numbers and timelines were not disclosed at the time of announcement.