Amit Kumar Singh, IRTS

It is very simple to get the vehicle sales/Registration number for India or state wise. It is all available for FREE. No paying lacs on the reports for the same. Government of India, with its initative of open data and transparecy has the Vahan dashboard to view the vehicle sales, state wise sales, fuel wise sales, and others to track the progress. Here is a Simple guide to use Vahan Dashboard. If you like the content, Do Like and Share the same. Please do comment usefule, if you find it good. #EV #India #vehicleSales #Hybrids #ICE #MHI #Vahan

70

3 Comments

EAC Regional Task Force meeting on Railways. Three days of insightful and thought-provoking collaborative discussions. A future with a seamless, efficient, and effective Railway Network is imminent.

28

2 Comments

Now if anywhere in the world one would bet where technological adoption can happen quickest then it must be India. Great to see such initiative and very aware of the challenges it brings with it. Adoption of Fastag RFID based ETC tolling system wasn't easy so GNSS based tolling system will involve another shift. Fastag resulted in reducing revenue leakages significantly, how will GNSS impact India toll road investment attractiveness, I wonder.

19

It was an really awesome to conduct all these stakeholder consultation with the experts from the Electric car industry in India, under the aegis of Ministry Of Heavy Industries. Experts from vehicle OEMs, fleet operators, CPOs, financial institutions, research organisations, all participated in helping us creating a roadmap of electrification of 4 wheelers 🚘 in India. Next in line will be to understand from the experts at Global level, matured markets with the on ground experiences of what worked and what didn't. Priyadarshi Singh #MHI WRI India #Electric_Cars

11

Curious to know what's happening in the EV Manufacturing World? Book your spot for the Biggest EV Manufacturing Event of the Year!!

10

Only 2% of total traffic, trucks are responsible for more than 40% of emissions and fuel consumption! 🚚 The current no. of 4W EVs sold is just 2% and we have a target to reach 30% by end of 2030. India has over 2.8 million trucks traveling over 100 billion kilometers per year. For commercial vehicles, adoption rates for light trucks and buses are expected to be 20-25% and 15-20% respectively, reaching approximately 930,000 light commercial vehicles and approximately 175,000 buses by 2030. Electrification challenges that the freight industry is currently facing are: No subsidy support: Trucks are currently not supported with subsidies due to which truck fleets as well as individual truck owners are not motivated to buy E-Trucks. Trucking industry is unorganized: The trucking industry has 75% supply which is operated by fleets having 5 or fewer trucks. This makes it highly unorganized and difficult to deal with as in the case of E-Buses where leasing models are getting operated. Lack of Policy push: No push is being offered by Central/State governments in terms of policies as well as regulation around electrification of freight industry. India does have the potential to electrify their supply with a policy push just like we moved from BS-IV to BS-VI which was considered a tough transition. Operational challenges: Range anxiety: Long haul freight trucks will have to deal with this the most. Upfront cost: With trucks market being very price sensitive and ticket size being higher, there’s more inertia towards E-Trucks. Lack of charging infrastructure: With no. of charging stations in India increasing day by day, the network of these chargers is still sparse in the remote areas. In my opinion, the next half of this decade needs to be a heavy push on adoption(through government) as well as building charging infrastructure in order to ensure we reach the expected numbers by 2030. A lot of new entrants are showing promises of decent offerings for E-trucks and I am optimistic about the future of this sector. 🌍🔌 What are your thoughts? (Sources: The Wired “Where are India’s Electric Trucks” article, TOI- Future of Electric trucks in India)

9

Impact of Expressways on the transport sector: The construction of new expressways in India is significantly reducing transportation costs and travel times, leading to substantial savings for the transport industry. Here are some key ways these expressways are making an impact: 1. **Reduced Travel Time**: New expressways, such as the Delhi-Mumbai Expressway and the Bangalore-Chennai Expressway, drastically cut travel times between major cities. For instance, the Delhi-Mumbai Expressway reduces the travel time between these two cities to just 12.5 hours from the current 24 hours, while the Bangalore-Chennai Expressway is expected to reduce the travel time to around 2 hours. This efficiency directly translates into lower fuel consumption and less wear and tear on vehicles. 2. **Lower Fuel Costs**: By providing faster and more direct routes, these expressways help in reducing the distance traveled and the amount of time vehicles spend idling in traffic. For example, the Dwarka Expressway in Delhi diverts traffic from the congested NH-8, which significantly reduces travel delays and fuel usage 3. **Enhanced Safety and Reliability**: Expressways like the Delhi-Mumbai Expressway are designed with safety features such as trauma centers every 100 km and rest stops every 93 km, which help reduce accident rates and provide reliable services for long-haul transportation 4. **Economic Benefits**: Improved connectivity boosts regional trade by facilitating faster and more reliable transportation of goods. For example, the Mumbai-Nagpur Expressway, also known as the Samruddhi Mahamarg, enhances connectivity within Maharashtra, making it easier to transport goods quickly and efficiently, which is crucial for industries reliant on just-in-time delivery systems. 5. **Environmental Benefits**: Some expressways incorporate eco-friendly designs, such as the Delhi-Dehradun Expressway, which features Asia's longest elevated wildlife corridor to minimize environmental impact while ensuring smooth travel. This not only preserves ecological balance but also avoids disruptions that can lead to costly delays.(https://lnkd.in/g-qcQCrm). Overall, these new expressways are creating a more efficient, cost-effective, and safer transportation network, resulting in significant savings for the transport industry in India.

3

Best wishes to the new Rail Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw as we look forward to major reforms in Modi 3.0: 1. Reviewing Rake Standardization Plan 2. Future of Dedicated Freight Corridors (DFCs) 3. Completion and expansion of the first High-Speed Rail (HSR) route 4. Private sector involvement in rolling stock manufacturing and maintenance 5. Sustainable solutions and green initiatives 6. Adoption of new technologies for Infrastructure Upgradation 7. Restoration and conversion of passenger trains to MEMUs/DEMUs 8. Extending connectivity to the North-East 9. Exploring more cross-border rail routes 10. Reforms in the Advance Reservation Period (ARP) and Tatkal scheme 11. A long-overdue increase in rail fares 12. Introduction of New Trains with End-to-End Reservation System (Duronto, Sampark Kranti, etc.) 13. Elimination of Waiting Lists All the best! #indianrailways #development #technology

77

Can the Balasore type railway accidents be prevented by proper programming of Electronic Interlocking systems? The short answer is – Yes. To set the context, in June 2023, a tragic railway accident occurred at Balasore station on Indian Railways, resulting in the loss of hundreds of lives. The accident happened because a train was mistakenly signaled onto a track already occupied by another train. This post explores whether such accidents can be prevented through proper programming of Electronic Interlocking (EI) systems at application level. The Electronic Interlocking system (EI): EI is responsible for ensuring safety of the train movement by making sure that the signals cannot be cleared unless all the safety conditions such as setting of the correct route, verification that no other train is occupying the intended route of the train, etc. are satisfied.  Most of the today’s EI systems are basically Boolean equation solvers like their predecessor relay based systems. Interrelation between the signalling functions like train routes, signals etc. are programmed into the EIs in the form of “application program”. Any additional features like exception handling, needs to be incorporated into the application program itself. Any runtime exception conditions like conflicting inputs should be detected and the system should be brought to a safe state by bringing the signals to red aspect and stopping the train movements. Was the EI at Balasore programmed for such exception handling? Could this capability have prevented the accident? What went wrong at Balasore? As per the accident report, due to a wiring fault, feedback from the trackside equipment was available simultaneously for 2 conflicting routes causing the signal to be cleared for a route which was already occupied by a train. Simultaneous feedback inputs for more than one conflicting route cannot come from the field at the same time. Such a situation indicates presence of some fault, either within the system or outside the system in the trackside wiring. This is an exception condition like divide by “0” in normal computer programming which is detected by the operating systems. Perhaps the exception handling feature was missing from the EI system in Balasore. The Lessons Review all the existing installations of EI and provide the feature of exception handling wherever it doesn’t exist and provide it in all future installations. For those who are interested in going through the details, this issue has been examined in detail and a procedure for incorporating exception handling in the application program for EI has been suggested in an article “Importance of exception handling in electronic interlocking systems” by the author, published in the IRSE News of the Institution of Railway Signal Engineers (UK), Issue-309, April 2024, page 17-20.

70

16 Comments

🌍🚗 Innovative Solutions in Toll Collection Systems 🚗🌍 In this era of rapid technological advancement, toll collection systems are undergoing a true revolution. Innovative solutions not only make life easier for drivers but also contribute to more efficient road infrastructure management. Here are a few key trends shaping the future of this industry: 🛰️ GPS/GNSS Technologies: Using global navigation satellite systems allows for precise real-time monitoring and toll calculation. This not only increases accuracy but also enables a flexible approach to tolls, considering various parameters such as travel time or vehicle type. 🌐 Integration with EETS: The European Electronic Toll Service (EETS) aims to standardize toll collection systems across Europe. This allows drivers to use a single, universal on-board unit, significantly simplifying international travel and reducing administrative costs. 📊 Big Data and AI: Analyzing large datasets and applying artificial intelligence optimizes traffic flow and better manages road networks. Predictive models help forecast and prevent traffic jams, as well as plan necessary maintenance work. 💳 Cashless and Contactless Payments: In the COVID-19 era, contactless solutions have become more desirable than ever. Systems based on RFID, NFC, or license plate recognition technology eliminate the need to stop at toll booths, increasing traffic fluidity and minimizing infection risks. 🌱 Sustainable Development: Modern toll collection systems can support sustainable development goals by promoting electric vehicles and other eco-friendly modes of transport. Dynamic tariffs can be adjusted to encourage the use of more environmentally friendly options. Innovations in toll collection systems have enormous potential to improve transport efficiency, reduce costs, and protect the environment. I'm excited to be part of this transformation and to see how these technologies shape the future of our mobility! 🚀 #Innovations #Technology #TollCollection #EETS #GPS #GNSS #BigData #AI #Mobility #SustainableDevelopment #SmartMobility #FutureOfTransport #TechInnovation #EcoFriendly #DigitalTransformation #SmartCities #ConnectedVehicles

1

The Confederation of Indian Industry (CII) WR is organizing the flagship International Exhibition and Conference for the automobile industry, the 2nd Edition of the CII NexGen Mobility Show 2024. The theme is ‘Navigating the Future: Electrifying Indian Mobility,’ and it is scheduled to take place from October 18 - 20, 2024 at Moshi, Pune. To know more: https://lnkd.in/grNNrhRG This flagship event will bring together the entire value chain of world-class automotive brands, showcasing Internal Combustion Engine (ICE), Electric, Hybrid, Hydrogen, CNG/LNG, and Ethanol/Biofuel Powertrains, alongside traditional and new-age auto components, Electrical and electronic subsystems, Mechanical subsystems, and the latest automobile technology trends driving the future of mobility. Confederation of Indian Industry, Samruddhi Chavan #CII #NexGenMobility #ElectrifyingMobility #FutureOfMobility #AutomobileInnovation

1

https://lnkd.in/gtq7QM_w Another advantage of the bus (other than its lower costs to the state and the passenger) is the ease with which new routes and stops can be added, and/or buses rerouted. Metros do create so much of a carbon footprint before their first train is run, that could take more than a decade to set off. Manjunath Sekhar Abhijit Sarkar Abhijit Sengupta Sudhir Badami Shivanand Swamy Laghu Parashar, PhD Bankim Kalra

6

2 Comments

All leaders are transactional until they develop a vision, and they become transformational. #smarturbanmobility #mptmobility #movingpeopletransformingcommunities

65

1 Comment