Maharashtra's Pink E-Rickshaw Scheme: Empowering Women Through Sustainable Mobility
The Government of Maharashtra has launched the Pink E-Rickshaw Scheme, a transformative initiative aimed at empowering women by providing them with eco-friendly electric rickshaws.
Spearheaded by Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar, the scheme seeks to promote women's self-reliance and sustainable urban transport across the state.
- The scheme initially began in Pune and is now being expanded to 17 cities across the state, including Nagpur, Nashik, Kolhapur, and Solapur.
- It primarily targets women aged between 20 and 50 years, especially widows, divorcees, and those from economically weaker sections.
- With a goal of distributing 10,000 pink e-rickshaws, the scheme not only enhances women's mobility and earning potential but also supports the adoption of eco-friendly transportation solutions in Maharashtra.
- Beneficiaries receive a Rs. 25,000 subsidy from the Central Government and Rs.75,000 from the State Government per e-rickshaw. ?Women contribute 10% as a down payment, with 70% financed through low-interest bank loans. ?