Delhi Cabinet Approves Comprehensive EV Policy; Targets 32,000 Charging Points

New Delhi: Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta has announced a major expansion of the capital's electric vehicle infrastructure. She pledged to increase the number of charging stations from 9,000 to 32,000 points. The rollout aligns with the city's newly approved Electric Vehicle (EV) Policy, that designed for the transition consumer transit away from fossil fuels.

What CM Gupta had said?

The government collaborated directly with original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) to establish a network capable of supporting the anticipated influx of electric vehicles. The upcoming policy framework spans the entire vehicle lifecycle, introducing guidelines for charging accessibility, battery recycling, and electronic waste management.

CM Rekha Gupta stated in an exclusive interview, "We are ready for that". She further added, "I want to assure Delhi citizens that they will not face any hurdles in charging EVs."

What are the phase-out timeline and mandates?

The policy introduces strict regulatory deadlines for new vehicle registrations to accelerate adoption. From January 1, 2027, only electric autorickshaws will be permitted for new registration. From April 1, 2028, new registrations for petrol and CNG-powered two-wheelers will be completely phased out.

What are the incentives and tax exemptions for the consumer?

The framework prioritizes affordable transit options, specifically focusing on two-wheelers and three-wheelers, while offering exemptions for personal cars. There will be road tax and registration waivers as electric cars priced under Rs 30 lakh are fully exempt from road tax and registration fees. The subsidies are also being scrapped as the financial incentives for decommissioning older internal combustion engine vehicles will be distributed directly to citizens. It will be through the Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) systems.00000

What is the implementation schedule?

The policy has been sent to Lieutenant Governor Taranjit Singh Sandhu for final administrative approval. It is slated to take retroactive effect from July 1 and will remain the active framework for Delhi’s transportation sector until March 31, 2030.