Electric Vehicle Stocks Surge Amid PM Modi's Push for Sustainable Transportation
India's Prime Minister Calls for Shift to Electric Vehicles Amid Global Energy Pressures
Shares of major electric vehicle and green mobility companies surged in Monday's session following a call to action by Prime Minister Narendra Modi. In a public meeting organized by the Telangana BJP, Modi urged citizens to reduce fuel consumption, adopt carpooling, and accelerate the shift towards electric vehicles amid rising global energy pressures linked to the West Asia crisis.
JBM Auto and other EV manufacturers and clean mobility firms saw sharp buying interest, with gains across the board. JBM Auto surged 4.45% to Rs 678.85, while Ola Electric Mobility rose 3.02% to Rs 37.17. Ather Energy jumped 6.55% to Rs 975.00, emerging as one of the top gainers in the EV pack, while Olectra Greentech advanced 2.89% to Rs 1,379.40.
Modi's call for a shift in mobility habits came as India responds to global supply chain disruptions, with the Prime Minister emphasizing the need to save foreign exchange by any means. He noted that due to the West Asia conflict, prices of petrol and fertilizers had increased significantly.
In his address, Modi urged citizens to use metros, carpool, increase adoption of electric vehicles, and even revive work-from-home practices used during the Covid-19 pandemic. He also encouraged greater use of electric vehicles and railway transportation for goods movement to reduce fuel consumption.
| Company | Monday's Gain | Previous Price |
|---|---|---|
| JBM Auto | 4.45% | Rs 678.85 |
| Ola Electric Mobility | 3.02% | Rs 37.17 |
| Ather Energy | 6.55% | Rs 975.00 |
| Olectra Greentech | 2.89% | Rs 1,379.40 |
The Prime Minister also encouraged citizens to conserve foreign exchange by postponing discretionary spending such as gold purchases and overseas travel for a year, while encouraging greater use of domestic products and natural farming to strengthen economic self-reliance.
Investor Takeaway
Investors should consider the potential for electric vehicle stocks to continue their upward trend in response to government initiatives and global energy pressures.
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