What is Electric Vehicle (EV) Policy / Sustainable Mobility?
Historical Background
Key Points
10 points- 1.
Financial Incentives: Providing subsidies, tax breaks (e.g., GST reduction), and other fiscal benefits for EV buyers and manufacturers to reduce upfront costs.
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Charging Infrastructure Development: Mandating and supporting the expansion of a robust public and private charging infrastructure network, including fast chargers and battery swapping stations.
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Manufacturing Support: Encouraging domestic manufacturing of EVs, batteries, and components through schemes like Production Linked Incentive (PLI) schemes.
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Phasing Out Polluting Vehicles: Implementing policies to gradually phase out older, highly polluting Internal Combustion Engine (ICE) vehicles.
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Research & Development (R&D): Promoting innovation and R&D in EV technology, battery chemistry, and charging solutions.
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Public Transport Electrification: Encouraging the adoption of electric buses and other electric public transport modes.
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Battery Recycling & Disposal: Developing policies for the safe and sustainable recycling and disposal of EV batteries to promote a circular economy.
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Regulatory Framework: Establishing safety standards, performance benchmarks, and certification processes for EVs and charging equipment.
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Awareness & Education: Launching campaigns to educate the public about the benefits of EVs and address range anxiety.
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Green Logistics: Promoting the use of electric vehicles for last-mile delivery and urban logistics.
Visual Insights
Evolution of India's Electric Vehicle Policy Landscape
This timeline illustrates the key policy milestones that have shaped India's journey towards Electric Vehicle adoption and sustainable mobility, leading up to the current emphasis on state-level policies.
India's EV policy journey began with a long-term vision in 2013, evolving through targeted schemes like FAME to address demand, infrastructure, and manufacturing. The increasing involvement of state governments, exemplified by Delhi's new policy, signifies a decentralized yet coordinated approach to accelerate sustainable mobility.
- 2013National Electric Mobility Mission Plan (NEMMP) 2020 launched. Aimed at achieving national fuel security by promoting hybrid and electric vehicles.
- 2015FAME India Scheme Phase I launched. Focused on demand creation, technology development, pilot projects, and charging infrastructure.
- 2019FAME India Scheme Phase II launched (outlay ₹10,000 crore). Focus on public and commercial transport electrification, charging infrastructure, and advanced battery manufacturing.
- 2020Delhi EV Policy 2020 launched. Aimed for 25% EV share in new vehicle registrations by 2024, with significant subsidies and charging infrastructure targets.
- 2021Production Linked Incentive (PLI) Scheme for Advanced Chemistry Cell (ACC) Battery Storage launched (outlay ₹18,100 crore). To boost domestic battery manufacturing.
- 2021-2023Multiple states (e.g., Maharashtra, Gujarat, Karnataka, Tamil Nadu) launch or revise their comprehensive EV policies, offering additional incentives and infrastructure support.
- 2024FAME II Scheme concludes, discussions for FAME III or a new comprehensive EV promotion scheme are underway, reflecting continued government commitment.
- 2025Delhi finalizes comprehensive EV Policy Framework for next fiscal year, building on previous successes and addressing new challenges.
Electric Vehicle (EV) Policy: Pillars & Objectives for Sustainable Mobility
This mind map illustrates the core components and overarching goals of EV policies, highlighting their multi-dimensional impact on environment, economy, and energy security.
EV Policy / Sustainable Mobility
- ●Key Objectives
- ●Core Pillars of Policy
- ●Implementation & Governance
Recent Developments
5 developmentsThe FAME II Scheme, launched in 2019 with an outlay of ₹10,000 crore, has been instrumental in boosting EV sales and charging infrastructure.
Several states, including Delhi, Maharashtra, and Gujarat, have introduced their own comprehensive EV policies with additional incentives.
Increased focus on localization of EV manufacturing and battery production through schemes like the PLI scheme for Advanced Chemistry Cell (ACC) Battery Storage.
Rapid expansion of charging networks by public sector undertakings (PSUs) and private players across major cities and highways.
Growing sales of electric two-wheelers and three-wheelers, making India one of the fastest-growing EV markets in these segments.