Question 3585
In a bid to reduce carbon emission, which state has decided to procure 200 electric and 100 CNG buses?
Answer
Assam
Why?
The correct answer is Assam. In a bid to reduce carbon emission, the Assam government has decided to procure 200 electric and 100 CNG buses. These buses will be put into service in Guwahati city. The government has also decided to provide one-time financial assistance of Rs. 10000 to inter-district bus drivers and handymen who have been hit hard by the lockdown. The government will also provide Rs. 15,000 to temple priests. The state will also start implementing National Educational Policy from April 2022 , under which high schools be upgraded to senior secondary school and junior colleges. Financial assistance under Orunodoi Scheme will be enhanced from Rs. 830 to Rs. 1,000 from September 10.
