Delhi's Enhanced Electric Vehicle Policy Targets Nearly Full EV Adoption by 2027

The Delhi government has launched the Delhi EV Policy 2.0, which comes into effect in July 2025. This policy aims to significantly increase the adoption of electric vehicles (EVs) in the city, with a target of making 95% of new vehicles electric by 2030.

One of the key aspects of the new policy is the mandate for charging stations in new public places and buildings. These charging stations will be instrumental in supporting the growth of EVs and will stand to gain capital incentives. The policy also proposes the development of fast-charging corridors around important roads like Ring Road and Outer Ring Road.

Incentives will be provided for various categories of EVs, including electric two-wheelers, three-wheelers, e-light commercial vehicles, and e-trucks. However, the policy does not specify any changes to these incentives. Similarly, while the policy mentions the creation of a dedicated State EV fund for these incentives, it does not detail any changes to the fund's mandate.

Skill development and job creation are also key focuses of the Delhi EV Policy 2.0. The Delhi Skill and Entrepreneurship University (DSEU) will formulate training programs for EV mechanics and drivers to ensure a skilled workforce to support the growing EV industry.

The policy also proposes the conversion of all CNG autos, buses, taxis, and light commercial vehicles to electric vehicles in phases. To encourage the conversion of Internal Combustion Engine (ICE) vehicles, the policy outlines scrapping and retrofitting incentives. However, the policy does not mention any changes to these incentives.

The Delhi Clean Mobility Centre (DCMC) will oversee the execution of the new Delhi EV policy, ensuring its smooth implementation and the achievement of its goals.

It's important to note that the new Delhi EV policy does not mention any changes to the mandate of charging stations in new public places and buildings, the dedicated State EV fund, the installation of more public charging points, the capital incentives for charging stations, or the development of fast-charging corridors around important roads like Ring Road and Outer Ring Road.

The current Delhi EV policy framework will expire on March 31, 2022, and the new policy will replace it. With its ambitious goals and comprehensive approach, the Delhi EV Policy 2.0 is a significant step towards a greener, cleaner, and more sustainable future for Delhi.