Clean trucks need diesel-beating economics for UPI-like shift: Blue Energy MD

Blue Energy Motors MD Anirudh Bhuwalka said India's green freight sector needs a 'UPI moment' where clean trucks become cheaper than diesel ones. In an interview with NDTV Profit, he said the next 3-5 years are critical for the green freight ecosystem and urged stronger legislation to boost adoption of liquefied natural gas (LNG) and electric mobility.

Bhuwalka argued that policy support is essential to make cleaner alternatives cost-competitive. Without a clear economic advantage, fleet operators will continue to choose diesel. He compared the potential shift to the rapid adoption of UPI in digital payments, where convenience and cost drove mass uptake.

The company, which manufactures LNG and electric trucks, sees regulatory push as the key catalyst. The MD's comments come as India explores ways to cut logistics emissions and reduce fuel import bills.