Delhi government proposes EV policy 2.0, targeting 95% EV adoption by 2027
https://theprint.in, 12 Mar '25
The Delhi government has announced key provisions of the proposed Delhi EV Policy 2.0, which aims to ensure that 95% of new vehicle registrations are electric by 2027.
The policy, reviewed by Transport Minister Pankaj Kumar Singh, sets out a roadmap to accelerate the city's transition to electric mobility while reinforcing its position as India's leader in EV adoption, according to an official statement issued by the Delhi Transport Ministry on March 10th.
Under the proposed framework, all CNG auto-rickshaws, taxis, and light commercial vehicles will be replaced by electric vehicles (EVs) in a phased manner. Additionally, the government has committed to a complete transition to electric buses to establish a sustainable public transport system.
The policy includes purchase incentives for electric two-wheelers, three-wheelers, e-light commercial vehicles (e-LCVs), and e-trucks. It also introduces scrapping and retrofitting incentives to encourage the shift from internal combustion engine (ICE) vehicles to EVs.
To strengthen charging infrastructure, the government plans to expand the number of public charging points and mandate the installation of charging stations in new buildings and public spaces.
According to the statement, capital subsidies will be provided for private and semi-public charging stations, while fast-charging corridors will be developed along major roads, including the Ring Road and Outer Ring Road.
A dedicated State EV Fund will be established to finance incentives, with funding sourced from green levies, a pollution cess, and aggregator licence fees. The policy also places significant emphasis on fleet electrification for commercial transport and introduces stricter regulatory measures to ensure compliance.
Skill development and job creation form an integral part of the policy, with plans to generate employment in EV sales, servicing, financing, and battery management. The Delhi Skill & Entrepreneurship University (DSEU) will collaborate on training programmes for EV mechanics and drivers.
To oversee policy implementation, a Delhi Clean Mobility Centre (DCMC) will be established to monitor progress and facilitate the city's transition to an all-electric transport system.
The Delhi Electric Vehicles (EV) Policy, 2020, introduced by the previous Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) government to promote EV adoption in the capital, expired on 8th August 2024.
Since then, it has been extended multiple times, with the latest extension valid until 31 March 2024.
The proposed Delhi EV Policy 2.0 is expected to replace the existing framework, providing a long-term strategy to further accelerate the adoption of electric mobility in the capital.