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#LaunchAlert 🚀 We are thrilled to unveil our latest white paper, "𝗘𝗩-𝗥𝗲𝗮𝗱𝘆 𝗜𝗻𝗱𝗶𝗮: 𝗙𝗲𝗺𝗶𝗻𝗶𝘀𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗘𝗩 𝗩𝗮𝗹𝘂𝗲 𝗖𝗵𝗮𝗶𝗻𝘀 𝘁𝗼 𝗣𝗿𝗼𝗽𝗲𝗹 𝗜𝗻𝗱𝗶𝗮’𝘀 𝗚𝗿𝗼𝘄𝘁𝗵", authored by Aishwarya Agarwal and Neha Gupta. This paper aims to contribute to India’s equitable transition towards a decarbonised future and pave the way for women-led development. Did you know? Women currently make up 11-15% of India’s 1.1 crore EV workforce, and this is expected to reach 50% by the years 2030-33. This growth is a golden opportunity to reshape the employment landscape and break gender barriers in the automotive and transport sectors. Our white paper dives deep into: 🔍 Current Landscape: Analysing the representation of women in India's EV sector and their roles across various levels and industries. 🚧 Barriers to Participation: Identifying barriers that hinder active women's participation in the evolving EV sector using the PESTLE framework (Political, Economic, Social, Technological, Legal, and Environmental). 💡 Strategic Recommendations: Proposing actionable measures to foster women's meaningful participation, from policy reforms to skill development, infrastructure improvements, awareness campaigns, and financial support. We extend our heartfelt gratitude to our esteemed peer reviewers who provided invaluable insights and guidance throughout the development of this white paper. Our deepest thanks to Arindam Lahiri, CEO, Automotive Skills Development Council - India; Bhaskar Natarajan, Senior Fellow, Alliance for an Energy Efficient Economy (AEEE); Manjunath Sekhar, Head - Sustainable Urban Mobility and Green Urban Mobility Innovation Living Lab, GIZ India; Chaitanya Kanuri, Associate Director- E-Mobility, WRI India; Aarti Mohan, Co-founder and Partner, Sattva Consulting; Atika Wadhwa, Director of Urban Transition and Chief of Staff, International Forum for Environment, Sustainability & Technology (iFOREST), Akshaya Paul, Research Associate at TERI - The Energy and Resources Institute and Pradeep Karuturi, Lead, Centre for Clean Mobility, OMI Foundation. Your expertise and support were crucial in shaping this comprehensive study, and we are profoundly grateful for your contributions. We also thank Munira Loliwala, Vice President, TeamLease Digital for sharing their data and information with us. 📄 Read the full white paper here 👉 https://lnkd.in/geprB5xF #EVReadyIndia #WomenInEV #InclusiveDevelopment #ElectricMobility #EV #Gender #Inclusion #WomenLedDevelopment #ViksitBharat #OMIResearch Aishwarya Raman Apoorv Kulkarni Roshan Toshniwal Anish Michael Prakash Gupta Shaan - Akhilesh Mahadevan Shijina S S Deepanjan Routh Abhimanyu S. Jagriti Arora

🔋🌍 India is on a path to sustainability with significant investments in renewable energy and electric vehicles. With ambitious targets set for 2030, the country is rapidly expanding its EV charging infrastructure, backed by initiatives like the FAME scheme. However, the focus isn't just on transitioning to electric vehicles but also on powering them with clean energy. By integrating solar, wind, and other renewable sources into EV charging, India can reduce its carbon footprint and move closer to its zero emissions goal. Please go through our latest blog by Dakshitha B to further delve into key aspects: https://lnkd.in/gb8FyT7d #EVReadyIndia #RenewableEnergy #EVCharging #CleanEnergy #Innovation 

🌟 Major Healthcare Overhaul in the Works! 🌟 Exciting news! Major discussions are underway to double the beneficiary base of the beneficiary base under the Ayushman Bharat - Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojana (AB-PM-JAY) in the coming years. This groundbreaking move could extend healthcare coverage to more than two-thirds of our nation! 🇮🇳✨ Her Excellency President Droupadi Murmu, in her address to the joint sitting of Parliament on June 27, 2024, announced that the elderly above 70 years will also be covered. 👵👴 But that's not all! Deliberations are underway to finalize a proposal to double the coverage limit from the current Rs 5 lakh to Rs 10 lakh. This crucial step aims to combat soaring healthcare costs and provide families with much-needed relief for high-cost treatments like cancer and surgeries. 🏥💪 At OMI Foundation, we believe in inclusive growth and social security for all. We strongly advocate for the extension of AB-PM-JAY benefits to our hardworking platform workers by easing the inclusion criteria. These dedicated individuals drive the growth of the platform economy  Join us in supporting sustainable social security and the welfare of platform workers. Together, we can make a difference! 💙 let's build a future where every migratory platform worker is safeguarded! 💪 #FutureOfWork #SocialProtection #PlatformEconomy #SustainableWelfare #WorkerWelfare 🔗 http://surl.li/pfjuqs Aishwarya Raman | Apoorv Kulkarni | Prakash Gupta | Shaan - | Jagriti Arora | Akhilesh Mahadevan | Anish Michael | Roshan Toshniwal

🌟 Team OMI Foundation had the privilege to participate in a significant meeting convened by the Karnataka Labour Department to discuss the Karnataka Platform-based Gig Workers (Social Security and Welfare) Bill, 2024. OMI Foundation’s Executive Director, Aishwarya Raman, along with Roshan Toshniwal, Head of Centre for Future Mobility, and Jagriti Arora, Lead, Research, engaged in insightful discussions under the esteemed leadership of the Honourable Minister of Labour. 🤝 We commend the Karnataka Labour Department for their proactive steps towards ensuring the social security and welfare of platform workers in Karnataka. It was truly an honor for the OMI Foundation to contribute to this pivotal initiative. We extend our heartfelt gratitude to the Department of Labour for their openness to our suggestions and input. 🙏 Stay tuned as we continue to advocate for inclusive policies that empower and protect platform-based gig workers across Karnataka. #FutureOfWork #SocialProtection #PlatformEconomy #SustainableWelfare #WorkerWelfare

Did you think research was all about the final paper? We think that's just the tip of the iceberg! At OMI Foundation, we enjoy the research process just as much as the output. Behind the scenes, there's a whole world of wild ideas, epic fails, and "wait, did that really just happen?" moments. And that's what you can expect in "OMI Foundation - Unfiltered." From cringe-worthy attempts at jokes to "Hey! that's interesting", we're pulling back the curtain and letting you in. Who is ready to get Unfiltered with us? 🎬Watch the video here: https://lnkd.in/gqzr9SYF Read the source Issue Brief here: https://lnkd.in/ggUHhc5d #Unfiltered #EVReadyIndia #EVAdoption #AffordableMobility #CleanMobility #CleanAir #ElectricVehicles #SustainableTransportation #Airpollution #Pollution #PollutionSolution #EAutoRevolution Aishwarya Raman | Pradeep Karuturi | Neha Gupta | Apoorv Kulkarni | Shijina S S| Akhilesh Mahadevan| Roshan Toshniwal | Anish Michael | Prakash Gupta | Shaan - | Aishwarya Agarwal

🌟 Did you know? Over 98% of Mumbaikars are champions of efficient public transport! 🚉 This incredible statistic highlights Mumbai’s commitment to public transit. The report delves deep into how the city’s robust public transport system supports millions daily, reducing congestion, lowering carbon footprints, and making commuting accessible and affordable for everyone. 🌍✨This impressive statistic from the 'Ease of Moving Index - Mumbai City Profile' underscores the critical role of public transit in our urban fabric. Let's keep pushing for change and sustainable transit! 🌍 Read the full report: https://bitly.cx/ybHm #EaseOfMoving #EaseOfMovingMH #EaseOfMovingMumbai #SustainableMobility #SharedMobility #PublicTransport #SustainableMumbai

We are glad to partner with Rishihood University for a hackathon for policy boot camp 2024 delegates. At OMI, we strive to nurture young mobility champions in promoting inclusive and sustainable mobility policies.

🔋 Can you guess which state EV policies have women-centric provisions on the supply side of EV value chains? State EV policies across India are brimming with industry incentives—fiscal support, capital and infrastructure subsidies, skill development, employment generation, and R&D. Yet, an analysis reveals a significant gap: most state policies lack explicit women-centric provisions. Only five states have included such provisions in their EV policies so far. Here are the trailblazers:  👉 Chhattisgarh and Odisha offer a capital subsidy of 30% of capital investment (up to INR 1.25 crore) in plant and machinery for new MSMEs owned by women.  👉 Jharkhand provides an additional 5% benefit to women entrepreneurs under the Comprehensive Project Investment Subsidy (CPIS), over and above the maximum limit of admissible subsidy.  👉 Punjab stands out by offering higher employment generation subsidies: INR 48,000 per year for each woman employee compared to INR 36,000 per year for each male employee, both for a period of three years.  👉 Tamil Nadu recognises the necessity of training subsidies for women, transgender employees, persons with disabilities, and individuals from SC/ST communities.  👉 West Bengal has proposed the establishment of a cohort of women drivers/owners of E3Ws for last-mile connectivity. To know more such insights, read our latest white paper here👉 https://lnkd.in/geprB5xF #EVReadyIndia #WomenInEV #InclusiveDevelopment #ElectricMobility #EV #Gender #Inclusion #WomenLedDevelopment #ViksitBharat #OMIResearch Ministry Of Heavy Industries Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs National Institute of Urban Affairs (NIUA) The World Bank GIZ India TERI - The Energy and Resources Institute WRI India Sattva Consulting Automotive Skills Development Council Alliance for an Energy Efficient Economy (AEEE) International Forum for Environment, Sustainability & Technology (iFOREST)

#LaunchAlert - OMI Foundation recently launched the 'Ease of Moving Index - Mumbai City Profile' and the Data Comics (Hindi Edition) titled "मूविंग व्हाइल वूमन : बिंदु का बड़े शहर का सफर". The reports were unveiled by Smt. Ashwini Bhide, MD of Mumbai Metro Rail Corporation, at the Urban Mobility Conclave co-organised by Observer Research Foundation, OMI Foundation, TRIP Centre, and MCMCR (MCGM Centre for Municipal Capacity Building and Research). The 'Ease of Moving Index - Mumbai City Profile' is a detailed report shedding light on pathways to a sustainable and inclusive mobility ecosystem. It serves as a crucial resource for policymakers, industry leaders, and civil society, offering data-driven solutions to shape Mumbai's future of mobility. Explore the report for in-depth insights - https://rb.gy/diyelq The data comic, "मूविंग व्हाइल वूमन : बिंदु का बड़े शहर का सफर", highlights the daily challenges faced by women, trans, and non-binary individuals during their travels. It addresses issues ranging from safety concerns and affordability to accessibility limitations, as well as the pervasive problems of harassment and unequal access to public transportation. Explore the Data Comic for in-more insights - https://rb.gy/ju66um Let's together build a sustainable and inclusive mobility model for cities' future. 🌆 Together, lets pave the way towards an inclusive, greener, cleaner future, where mobility transcends mere convenience and transforms cities! #SustainableMobility #EaseOfMoving #EaseOfMovingMumbai   Ashwini Bhide | Vivek More | Ramnath Jha | geetam tiwari | Deepti Jain | Dhaval Desai | Dr.NANDAN DAWDA ( Ph.D) |Samir Sharma | Sanjiv Sahai | Dr Sanjeev Kumar Lohia | Aishwarya Raman |  Roshan Toshniwal | Apoorv Kulkarni |  Aishwarya Agarwal | Anish Michael | Pradeep Karuturi | Neha Gupta | Shaan - | Prakash Gupta | Shijina S S | Akhilesh Mahadevan | Jagriti Arora | Deepanjan Routh

🔋 Powering Forward: Global EV Outlook 2024 Insights on Battery Technolog As the demand for electric vehicles (EVs) surges, the realm of battery technology is witnessing an unprecedented wave of innovation and investment. The Global EV Outlook 2024 highlights the pivotal role of international collaboration and trade, with a significant contribution from Asian companies, including those from India, in driving the EV market expansion across Europe and the United States. Key Highlights: 🌐 EV Battery Manufacturing: Foreign companies, prominently from Korea, Japan and China, are spearheading the expansion of battery manufacturing capacity beyond their domestic borders, with noteworthy investments in Europe and the United States. 📈 Venture Capital Trends: Despite a slight downturn in early-stage investments in EV startups in 2023, there remains substantial interest in both upstream and downstream segments of EV supply chains, particularly in charging technology and battery components. ⚡ Novel Battery Concepts: Investments in emerging battery chemistries such as metal-hydrogen, redox-flow, solid-state, and sodium-ion batteries are gaining traction, offering promising alternatives to conventional lithium-based batteries. ♻️ Critical Mineral Extraction and Recycling: Investors are increasingly turning their focus towards critical mineral extraction and battery recycling technologies, with the aim of fostering a more sustainable and circular supply chain for EV batteries. With India emerging as a key player in the global EV landscape, it is imperative to harness this momentum to drive further advancements in battery technology. By leveraging strategic partnerships and innovative solutions, we can accelerate the transition towards a greener, more sustainable future. #EVReadyIndia #GlobalEVOutlook2024 #ElectricVehicles #BatteryTechnology #CriticalMinerals #Sustainability #Innovation