The Delhi government has announced the key features of its proposed Electric Vehicle (EV) Policy 2.0, aiming to ensure that 95 percent of new vehicle registrations in the city are electric by 2027. The updated policy, reviewed by Transport Minister Pankaj Kumar Singh, outlines a structured approach to accelerating Delhi’s transition to electric mobility and solidifying its status as India’s leader in EV adoption, according to an official statement from the Delhi Transport Ministry.
Under the new policy, all CNG auto-rickshaws, taxis, and light commercial vehicles will be gradually replaced with electric vehicles in a phased manner. The government has also committed to transitioning fully to electric buses to create a sustainable public transport system.
To encourage EV adoption, the policy includes purchase incentives for electric two-wheelers, three-wheelers, e-light commercial vehicles, and e-trucks. Additionally, scrappage and retrofitting incentives will be introduced to help owners shift from internal combustion engine vehicles to EVs.
To strengthen charging infrastructure, the government plans to install more public charging stations and mandate charging facilities in new buildings and public spaces. Capital subsidies will be provided for private and semi-public charging stations, while fast-charging corridors will be developed along major roads such as the Ring Road and Outer Ring Road.
A dedicated State EV Fund will be established to finance these incentives, with funding sourced from green levies, pollution cess, and aggregator licence fees. The policy also focuses on fleet electrification for commercial transport, introducing stricter regulatory measures to ensure compliance.
Skill development and job creation play a central role in the policy. Plans include generating employment opportunities in EV sales, servicing, financing, and battery management. The Delhi Skill & Entrepreneurship University will collaborate on training programs for EV mechanics and drivers to support workforce development in the sector.
To oversee implementation, the government will set up a Delhi Clean Mobility Centre to monitor progress and facilitate the transition to an all-electric transport system.
The first Delhi Electric Vehicle Policy, introduced in 2020 by the Aam Aadmi Party government, set the foundation for EV adoption in the capital. After its expiration on August 8, 2024, it has been extended multiple times, with the latest extension valid until March 31, 2024. The proposed EV Policy 2.0 is expected to replace this framework with a long-term strategy aimed at accelerating electric mobility and ensuring a cleaner, more sustainable future for Delhi.
