Chandigarh Launches EV Portal, Orders Third-Party Audit of Solar Projects

The Chandigarh administration has launched a dedicated Electric Vehicle (EV) portal — www.chandigarhev.com — to enhance accessibility and transparency for EV beneficiaries in the Union Territory. The portal allows eligible citizens to apply online for subsidies under the Chandigarh EV Policy, track the status of their applications in real-time, and view a location-based map of all public EV charging stations across UT Chandigarh integrated with Google Maps.

The official launch took place during a governing body meeting of CREST (Chandigarh Renewable Energy and Science & Technology Promotion Society) chaired by UT Chief Secretary Rajeev Verma.

During the meeting, the Chief Secretary highlighted that Chandigarh has achieved saturation in the installation of Solar Photovoltaic (SPV) plants across all government buildings—marking a significant milestone in the city’s clean energy journey.

To maintain the efficiency and sustainability of this infrastructure, he directed CREST to initiate third-party audits for all SPV projects that have been operational for five years or more. He also emphasized the importance of thoroughly evaluating innovative projects—such as SPV plants proposed over cycle tracks—based on feasibility, performance, and aesthetics, with involvement from the UT Chief Architect.

A UT spokesperson added, “The Chandigarh administration is committed to transforming the city into a model of clean energy by integrating smart technology, promoting renewable energy, and advancing sustainable mobility.”