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"While real-world evidence from India is still evolving, our research shows that LEZ have the potential to significantly reduce emissions, by up to 85% for NOx & 50% for carbon monoxide in preliminary assessments from Maharashtra cities. The eventual impact, however, will depend on factors such as the notified zone area, duration of enforcement, & vehicle segments regulated.” said @vaikush23 @TheICCT to @Csoumya21 @htTweets

.@amitbhatt4u @TheICCT, shares insights in a recent article by @shubhangii_b @the_core_in on the structural barriers slowing the expansion of EV charging infrastructure in India, including low charger utilization, high capital costs, real estate bottlenecks & fragmented state-level policies. thecore.in/business/real-… “A customer’s decision to buy an EV should not be held hostage to RWA permissions or procedural delays in installing a home charging point.” - Amit Bhatt He also highlights the importance of moving toward a "Right to Charge" framework, where home charging is treated as a key enabler of EV adoption rather than a privilege dependent on approvals and administrative hurdles.

In his recent #OpEd in @htTweets @amitabhk87 argues that India’s #EV transition risks losing momentum if CAFE regulations for passenger cars continue to dilute ambition rather than accelerate change. ⚡🚗 hindustantimes.com/opinion/subsid… India has the opportunity to emerge as a global leader in clean mobility and advanced manufacturing, but only if policy frameworks push the industry toward real innovation.

#SchoolZones often become pollution hotspots due to congestion, idling & peak-hour traffic. With rising dependence on private vehicles for school commutes, the need to shift to cleaner, more efficient mobility is growing. Key insights: 🚌Promote school buses, shared rides, walking & cycling for cleaner commutes ⚡Electric school buses as a scalable solution, with future V2G potential 🚸Safer, inclusive streets around schools for children & vulnerable users

.@TheICCT & @Raahgiri_Fdn recently convened a multi-stakeholder roundtable on #CleanAirZones around schools to discuss pathways for reducing children’s exposure to transport-related air pollution & creating healthier school environments. @amitbhatt4u & @vaikush23 shared insights on the critical role of transportation in improving #AirQuality around schools & supporting healthier urban mobility systems. Cleaner mobility can cut children’s pollution exposure and improve neighborhood safety and livability.

.@amitbhatt4u @TheICCT, at the International Conference on Sustainable Energy: An Agenda for India 2047, organized by the Commonwealth Legal Education Association (CLEA) & the Department of Energy, Govt of Karnataka. Amit spoke in session 1 on "Energy Governance, Climate Change & Energy Justice" spotlighting the Delhi #EVPolicy as a national benchmark. He emphasized how forward-looking supply-side regulations, such as ICE phase-out mandates & strengthened CAFE norms, can accelerate India’s journey toward #ViksitBharat

On the Delhi govt's Draft #EVPolicy 2026 released for public consultation, @amitbhatt4u said, "A shift towards regulatory measures, including the gradual phase-out of ICE vehicles in cities, is essential." hindustantimes.com/cities/delhi-n… Amit added, "Subsidies have played an important role in initiating the #EV transition, but global evidence clearly shows that they alone are insufficient to drive large-scale adoption. In this context, the Draft #Delhi #EVPolicy 2026 has the potential to be a game changer." ✍️ @snehilsinha27 @htTweets

How can #LowEmissionZones (#LEZs) work effectively in heritage cities? @vaikush23 @TheICCT, participated in a roundtable on planning & implementation of #LEZs in heritage cities at @CEPTUniversity1, Ahmedabad. A key theme that emerged from the discussion was that solutions for heritage cities cannot be approached the same way as the rest of the urban system.

@castlekutch @TheICCT_India @amitbhatt4u @TheICCT @CEPTUniversity1 @AshpreetSethi Contextual challenges typical to historic precincts of a city were highlighted through presentation on on-going efforts in Ahmedabad, Amritsar, Puri, Varanasi, etc. to help strategise the way forward. Executing agencies were part of the roundtable with an intent to implement.

@TheICCT_India @amitbhatt4u @vaikush23 @TheICCT @CEPTUniversity1 @AshpreetSethi Any data shared/presented which can also be put here? Also were any executing agencies part of this and would they implement outcomes ?

Read the @TheICCT study by @vaikush23 examining commitments in state EV policies & progress in integrating EV charging into planning regulations & building bylaws. theicct.org/publication/ro… 🚧Key barriers & the way forward: Institutional & regulatory challenges are slowing implementation, but embedding EV-ready infrastructure in spatial planning can avoid costly retrofits & support India’s #CleanMobility transition🚘 @amitbhatt4u @Raahgiri_Fdn @SarikaPanda @priyankasahay @samar11 @sanjeev_news @IndraniBasu88 @iftikhargilani @riturajbaruah1

At the 7th #EPICIndiaDialogue, @amitbhatt4u, @kaushikdeb & Shravan Engineer discussed what on-road data reveal about Delhi’s #Pollution challenge and the policy actions needed for cleaner mobility. Hosted by @EPIC_India in partnership with @TheICCT

🚗 Delhi’s transport emissions are rising, but what does real-world data actually show? Join @amitbhatt4u & @kaushikdeb this Friday, 13 Feb at @EPIC_India, Delhi for a focused conversation on data, standards vs reality, and policy pathways for #CleanerAir Register: epic.uchicago.in/epic-india-dia…

The recent @TheICCT's study by @bhaumikgowande Found that with the right battery size & charging infrastructure on Indian highways, electric buses can achieve up to 17% lower total cost of ownership compared to Diesel. Get more insights here: youtube.com/shorts/1AehGXH… @amitbhatt4u @AshpreetSethi @pradeep_revathy @SumatiKohli @vaikush23 @bharatontwitt @Moreorleshphil @nitinaayog @mohit6296 @mudit_dube @SomChaterji @neel5 @sumantbanerji @_ananyaaa @riturajbaruah1 @iftikhargilani @shinejac

Vehicle sales in #Delhi are outpacing the national average, making it clear that cleaner tech alone isn’t enough. As @amitbhatt4u @TheICCT tells @Trivedihood @htTweets & @AnumitaRoychowd @CSEINDIA the real shift must be toward zero tailpipe emission vehicles, backed by the right incentives for consumers & OEMs Watch here: youtube.com/watch?v=xvzuee… @amitbhatt4u @bhaumikgowande @TheICCT @vaikush23 @moorthymnair @narla_anirudh

As Delhi tightens vehicle & emission norms, real-world evidence from an @TheICCT's study with @TRUE_Emissions measurements provide critical insight into the city’s on-road fleet. Petrol vehicles dominate the on-road fleet (45%), followed by CNG (32%) & diesel (23%). Passenger cars are largely petrol, taxis & larger commercial vehicles operate on CNG, & 2Ws rely entirely on petrol. Delhi–Gurugram data provides a timely snapshot of on-road emissions as air-quality policies evolve. theicct.org/publication/rw… @narla_anirudh @amitbhatt4u @TheICCT @MORTHIndia @MHI_GoI @AnumitaRoychowd @amitabhk87 @AshpreetSethi @vaikush23 @SumatiKohli @shinejac @patralekha2011 @jayashreenandi @sumantrabarooah @sarvatathagata @Nirbhaya99 @Moreorleshphil @somitsenTOI

Speaking with @pawan_nara on #PollutionKaSolution @indiatvnews, @amitbhatt4u outlined 3 key policy steps #Delhi needs to address #AirPollution from the #TransportSector 🎥 Watch here: youtube.com/live/GiJFp3nuk… 1️⃣ Expand & strengthen #PublicTransport 2️⃣ Accelerate the shift to zero tailpipe emission vehicles 3️⃣ Strengthen #CAFEStandards and supply-side regulations @amitbhatt4u @AnumitaRoychowd @bhaumikgowande @AshpreetSethi @vaikush23 @SumatiKohli @harsimrankaur09 @Aravind_1204 @moorthymnair @bharatontwitt @TheICCT_Fuels @Raahgiri_Fdn @SarikaPanda

🚸🏫 Nearly ½ of India’s children walk to school breathing harmful 🚗💨 pollution along the way. Creating Low Emission Zones (LEZs) around schools can cut exposure by restricting the dirtiest vehicles. In @TheICCT blog: theicct.org/enabling-lez-a… @vaikush23 explores how #LEZs can work in 🇮🇳 using existing policies 📜 + global learnings 🌍

India is leading the world in electric 3Ws commanding 57% of global sales in 2024. From the PM E-Drive Scheme to strong last-mile delivery adoption, the country’s #EV momentum is accelerating fast. Check the key insights from the & Progress Report by Accelerating to Zero Coalition & @TheICCT Explore how policy, Innovation & partnerships are shaping India’s road to electrification.

“Diluted Low Emission Zone interventions lead to diluted outcomes. Early trials must test stronger measures to reveal real impact.” - @vaikush23 @TheICCT At @IndiaUitp’s workshop on Low Emission Zones, he highlighted: 🔹 Limited measures = limited insights 🔹 Early trials are the best chance to test stronger solutions 🔹 Clear evidence is key for effective #AirQuality policy

"Benefits of #EVs are far more than mobility. To control pollution in #DelhiNCR we need to switch to transport with #ZeroEmission, including EVs" said @amitbhatt4u to @ETAuto ✍️ @priyangiTOI auto.economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/industry/…