July 21, 2026
India generated about 342 million tonnes of fly ash in 2025-26, out of which Indian Railways transported about 13 million tonnes, accounting for nearly 4 per cent of the total fly ash generated. Given its fine particle size (0.3-250 microns), fly ash can easily become airborne, posing significant environmental and public health risks. Transforming fly ash from a potential pollutant into a valuable resource requires sustainable utilization pathways supported by efficient, safe, and environmentally responsible transportation systems.
June 4, 2026
Uttar Pradesh stands at the forefront of India’s clean mobility transition. As the nation’s most populous state and one of its largest automotive markets, Uttar Pradesh possesses a unique opportunity to spearhead the future of sustainable transportation. Accelerating this shift not only addresses urgent air quality challenges but also serves as a powerful catalyst for state-led economic growth and industrial modernization.
February 10, 2026
Rising Freight Demand & Emissions
India’s freight transport demand is witnessing a significant rise, projected to increase from 2,682 billion tonne-kilometres (BTKM) in 2019-20 to 7,260 BTKM by 2030-31, with road freight expected to account for approximately 85 per cent of the total movement. Continued reliance on road transport, coupled with the sector’s dependence on fossil fuels, poses critical challenges for India’s long-term energy security and climate mitigation goals.
February 9, 2026
Freight transport is the backbone of India’s economy, but it is also one of the most emissions-intensive parts of the transport system. Despite accounting for a small share of the vehicle fleet, road freight contributes disproportionately to greenhouse gas and air-pollution emissions. As freight demand continues to grow, the absence of credible, standardised emissions measurement risks locking in high emissions for decades.
January 27, 2026
The transport sector is India’s third-largest emitter, accounting for approximately 12 per cent of energy-related CO₂ emissions, with road transport contributing over 90 per cent of total transport emissions. Passenger vehicles (PVs) are growing rapidly in India. Even though car ownership in India (cars per 1,000 population) remains low (~35) compared to Japan (496), China (195), the USA (588), and Germany (582), absolute vehicle numbers are rising quickly due to population growth and rising incomes.
January 5, 2026
Globally, road vehicles contribute 20 per cent of CO2 emissions; yet trucks, which account for less than 1 per cent of the total vehicle fleet, contribute approximately 35% of those emissions. In India, the situation is similar: while making up only 3 per cent of road vehicles, commercial trucks are responsible for 34 per cent of the road transport sector's CO2 emissions. Though this segment is carbon-intensive, it remains essential for the country’s economic development.
