Delhi’s Electric Mobility Plans have received a fresh update. The government is extended its current electric vehicle policy policy until march 31, 2026, or until a new one is officially notified – Whichever Comes FIRST. The extension was approved in a cabinet meeting chaired byTransport Minister Pankaj Kumar SinghAs per PTI, said the move allows the government more time to conduct wide-ringing public consultations before rolling out a revised, future-ready policy. The draft of the new policy is still under discussion and will involve inputs from citizens, Industry Players, Environmental Experts, Academic Institutes, and Private Stakes.Among the key topics up for review are Delhi’s Ev Charging Infrastructure, The Scope and Structure of Subsidies, and the Need for Safe Disposal Systems for E-Waste and Used Ev Batteries.
Delhi’s existing Ev Policy: Key Highlights
The current Ev policy was first introduced in 2020 during the aap government and official expired in August 2023. It currently offers a 25% subSidy (up to Rs 5,500) for e-cycles, Rs 30,000 for e-Rickshaws and Light Commercial EVS, and Rs 5,000 per kwh (UP to Rs 30,000) for Electric Two-WHEELERS.Looking ahead, the draft version of the upcoming policy proposes some major changes, including a full ban on the registration of petrol, diesel, and cng two-wheles from August 15, 2026, and a Complete Shifst Electric Auto-Rickshaws by August 2025.Stay tuned to toi auto for latest updates on the automotive sector and do follow us on our social media handles on Facebook, Instagram and X.