In view of the growing need for sustainable and eco-friendly transportation options, and to combat the rising levels of air and noise pollution, the Govt. of Telangana has taken a major step by approving addl. permits for alternative-fuel-based 3-W Auto rickshaws within ORR limits.
As per the directions issued in G.O.Rt.No.263, dated 06.06.2025, the following number of new permits have been sanctioned:
| Vehicle Category |
Number of Vehicles Permitted |
| New Electric Three-Wheeler Auto Rickshaws |
20,000 |
| New Three-Wheeler Auto Rickshaws (CNG) |
10,000 |
| New Three-Wheeler Auto Rickshaws (LPG) |
10,000 |
| Retro-fitted Electric Three-Wheeler Auto Rickshaws |
25,000 |
To prevent misuse and ensure fair distribution, it has been decided to allow only one permit per individual. Moreover, the issuance or transfer of permits for diesel/petrol auto rickshaws within the ORR is strictly prohibited here onwards.
| Category |
No. of Applications received |
No. of Applications approved |
No. of Vehicles purchased |
| LPG |
10,000 |
9,369 |
9,163 |
| CNG |
10,000 |
9,147 |
8,738 |
| Battery |
11,144 |
9,187 |
5,055 |
| Total |
31,144 |
27,703 |
22,956 |