Goa, June 7, 2025 – In a major step towards green urban governance. EKA Mobility, along with the Sankhali Municipal Council (SMC). They have inducted 10 cutting-edge electric garbage tippers in Goa. The handing over of the vehicles took place on June 6. It was witnessed by Chief Minister Dr. Pramod Sawant and local municipal authorities. Which was a landmark step towards the state’s green makeover mission.
Key Features of the Electric Garbage Tippers
- Battery and Range: It comes fitted with a 32 kWh lithium ferrous phosphate battery. Which provides a maximum range of 180 km on a full charge. Charging is achieved in 6 to 8 hours.
- Performance: The tippers are capable of a top speed of 80 km/h. They are enabled to carry a payload of 1,000 kg as maximum payload. Which can be used for day-to-day municipal waste collection routes.
- Sustainability: Powered by zero tailpipe emissions and lower levels of noise. These vehicles provide a cleaner, quieter city. Advanced telematics systems are embedded for real-time monitoring of operation.
- Operational Impact: Launching these EVsis likely to improve the Sankhali waste collection efficiency and environment impact.
Rohit Srivastava, Business Head & Chief Growth Officer, EKA Mobility. Highlighted the vision that underpinned the deployment. “Sustainability starts at the street level in the day-to-day services that characterize our cities. This deployment with SMC is a blueprint for how cities can adopt innovation to serve people and the planet.”
Industry and Public Reaction to Electric Garbage Tippers
The implementation has been well-received by environmentalists and local authorities. Who view it as a model that can be emulated in other Indian cities. Looking to reduce their carbon footprint and upgrade civic services. The vehicles are likely to serve as a benchmark for environmentally friendly waste collection. Keeping in line with the state’s overall mission to embrace clean technologies in public facilities.
Wider Context: Goa’s Waste Management Drive
This project augments Goa’s recent investments in state-of-the-art waste management infrastructure. Including the newly commissioned 100 TPD Integrated Solid Waste Management Plant at Cacora. It can recycle municipal waste to generate electricity and compost. The twin initiatives reflect Goa’s dedication to the Swachh Bharat Mission. Its vision to create a cleaner, greener state.
ELCTRIK Speaks
EKA Mobility and SMC’s introduction of electric garbage tippers is an innovative solution to urban waste disposal in Goa. With solid features, emphasis on sustainability, and resolute government support. This project has the potential to fuel environmental and operational advantages. Create a new benchmark for municipal services in India.
