India’s first EV highway patrol vehicles launched at Hejamady on NH 66 under ‘Rajmarg Saathi’ initiative

Mangalore Today News Network

Udupi, May 24, 2025: The country’s first electric highway patrol vehicles under the ‘Rajmarg Saathi’ initiative were launched on Friday near the Hejamady toll plaza for the upkeep of National Highway 66.

These EV patrol vehicles aim to ensure smooth and efficient management of the highway stretch between Kundapur and Talapady. As part of a nationwide rollout, the Rajmarg Saathi vehicles are being deployed to enhance highway operations and safety.

In the region, the vehicles will patrol areas around the Sasthan, Hejamady, and Talapady toll plazas. Fully equipped and scheduled to operate at fixed intervals throughout the day, they will focus on identifying and quickly addressing road hazards such as potholes and other obstructions to maintain uninterrupted traffic flow.

Daily monitoring of road conditions, on-the-spot repairs, and timely reporting to relevant authorities are among the key responsibilities assigned to these patrol units.