Stricter Safety Standards for Electric Construction Equipment in India
Aug 16, 2024 14:28
India's Ministry of Road Transport and Highways proposes stricter safety standards for electric construction equipment vehicles like dumpers and excavators starting October 1, 2024.
New Delhi, Aug 16 (PTI) The Ministry of Road Transport and Highways (MoRTH) has proposed new stricter safety standards for electric powertrain construction equipment vehicles including dumpers and excavators from October 1, 2024.
The ministry in a draft notification has proposed an amendment to the Central Motor Vehicles Rules, 1989 with an aim to push electric vehicles (EV) across various sectors.
"On and after (1st October 2024), construction equipment vehicles fitted with electric power train shall meet requirements as specified in AIS-174, till the corresponding BIS specifications are notified under the Bureau of Indian Standard Act, 2016," the draft rule said.
Electric and hybrid powertrain are being used in construction equipment vehicles.
According to the notification, the objections or suggestions which may be received from any person in respect of the said draft rules before the expiry of the aforesaid period will be considered by the central government.
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