Delhi’s Electric Vehicle (EV) Policy 2.0, aimed at achieving 95% new vehicle registrations being electric by 2027, has been reviewed by Transport Minister Pankaj Kumar Singh. The policy’s goal is to accelerate EV adoption and reinforce Delhi’s position as a leader in India’s green mobility transition. Key highlights include the phasing out of CNG-powered vehicles, including auto-rickshaws, taxis, and light commercial vehicles, in favor of electric alternatives. The policy also targets a complete shift to electric buses for public transport.
To encourage EV adoption, the policy offers purchase incentives across various vehicle segments, including two-wheelers, three-wheelers, and electric trucks. Scrappage benefits and retrofitting incentives are also proposed to make the transition to internal combustion engine vehicles more attractive. To support this transition, the policy plans to scale up public charging stations and mandate new buildings and public spaces to include EV charging points.
A dedicated State EV Fund will be created to support incentives and infrastructure expansion, financed through green levies, pollution cess, and aggregator license fees. The government also aims to enforce stricter regulations to ensure smooth execution and promote fleet electrification, particularly in the commercial transport sector.
The policy places a strong emphasis on job creation and skill development, with the Delhi Skill & Entrepreneurship University (DSEU) offering specialized training programs for EV servicing, battery management, and financial planning related to electric mobility. A dedicated Delhi Clean Mobility Centre will be established to oversee policy implementation and track the capital’s progress toward an all-electric transport ecosystem.
This policy builds upon the 2020 EV Policy, which expired on August 8, 2024, and aims to replace it with a more ambitious, long-term strategy for large-scale EV adoption. If successfully implemented, the policy could significantly reduce vehicular emissions, improve air quality, and establish Delhi as a model city for electric transportation.