The Indian government has rolled out a sweeping series of schemes aimed at bolstering electric vehicle (EV) adoption, manufacturing, and infrastructure nationwide. These initiatives align with the country’s ambitious EV30@30 goal: to achieve 30% EV penetration by 2030.
At the core is the PM E‑DRIVE scheme, launched in late 2024 with a ₹10,900‑crore budget extending until March 2026. It targets electrification across vehicle segments—including two‑ and three‑wheelers, buses, trucks, and ambulances—and supports charging infrastructure, testing facilities, and domestic technology development.
Complementing PM E‑DRIVE are key production‑linked incentive (PLI) programs: one for automobiles and auto components (₹25,938 crore), and another for Advanced Chemistry Cell (ACC) battery production (₹18,100 crore), aimed at enhancing domestic manufacturing capacity.
The overhaul also extends fiscal support to consumers and infrastructure developers—GST on EVs and chargers has been cut to 5%, and buyers benefit from income tax deductions under Section 80EEB. Charging infrastructure mandates now require one public charging station per 9-square‑km grid in cities, plus every 25 km along highways.
Across states, tailored policies are reinforcing the national framework. Uttar Pradesh targets deployment of 10 lakh EVs and 1,000 electric buses by 2030. Surat’s Green Vehicle Policy 2025 aims for 50% EV sales by 2030, supported by over 460 charging stations. Chandigarh has expanded its EV incentives and launched solar‑powered charging pilots.
Experts emphasize India’s strategy is now multifaceted—including industrial incentives, regulatory mandates, infrastructure mandates, and consumer relief—forming a robust EV ecosystem. With consistent policy backing, the nation is emerging as a global leader in green mobility.
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