The Delhi Government is preparing to extend its existing electric vehicle framework as the new Delhi EV Policy is expected to be rolled out from the next financial year. According to official sources, the current policy—introduced in August 2020 for three years—will expire on December 31, prompting the government to continue it temporarily to maintain momentum in the city’s transition toward cleaner mobility.
Although the existing Delhi EV Policy was extended several times in the past, it did not deliver the expected surge in electric vehicle adoption. However, the government now aims to address these gaps through a more aggressive and comprehensive approach in the upcoming policy. The revised framework is expected to focus strongly on affordability, infrastructure expansion, and pollution control.
One of the most significant proposals under the draft Delhi EV Policy is a subsidy of up to 50 percent on electric vehicles. This move is expected to make EVs more affordable and encourage residents to shift away from internal combustion engine vehicles. By lowering upfront costs, the government hopes to accelerate adoption and significantly reduce vehicular emissions, one of the leading causes of air pollution in the national capital.
In addition to subsidies, the Delhi EV Policy will place major emphasis on strengthening charging infrastructure across the city. Charging stations are planned near residential colonies to make EV ownership more convenient. The policy also includes plans to replace CNG-powered Gramin Sewa vehicles—used for last-mile connectivity—with electric alternatives, further supporting clean urban transport.
Delhi Transport Minister Pankaj Singh highlighted the progress made so far, stating that over one lakh electric vehicles have been registered in the last 10 months alone, compared to around 80,000 registrations in the previous year. This growth signals rising awareness and acceptance of EVs among Delhi residents.
Chief Minister Rekha Gupta has reiterated that the upcoming Delhi EV Policy, scheduled for implementation in the next financial year, will play a critical role in reducing pollution. She emphasized that widespread EV adoption can directly lower PM 2.5 and PM 10 levels. The policy will also address vehicle scrappage and is being finalized after consultations with manufacturers, discoms, and other key stakeholders.
Overall, the extended and upcoming Delhi EV Policy reflects the government’s renewed commitment to cleaner air, sustainable mobility, and a greener future for Delhi.
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