Delhi Accelerates Electric Vehicle Adoption With Rs 7.91 Crore Incentive Package

Delhi EV Policy gains momentum as the state government rolls out incentives worth Rs 7.91 crore to encourage motorists to switch to electric vehicles, covering subsidies for purchase, charging infrastructure, and tax rebates.

Incentives include a direct purchase subsidy of up to Rs 1.5 lakh per vehicle, waiver of registration fees for the first two years, and a grant of Rs 20,000 for home charger installation, aiming to lower upfront costs.

CAQM Panel has proposed a target of 100% electric cars in Delhi‑NCR by 2030, recommending stricter emission norms, phased bans on new internal‑combustion sales, and expansion of public charging stations to meet the deadline.

ICCT Report warns that meeting the policy goals will require adding 300 GWh of battery capacity by 2040, urging manufacturers to scale up local cell production and policymakers to align fuel‑economy standards with electrification pathways.