In a major push towards electric mobility, the Delhi government has unveiled its updated EV Policy 2.0, setting an ambitious goal of installing 13,700 electric vehicle charging stations across the city by 2030. Under the plan, at least one charging station will be placed every five kilometres to enhance convenience for EV users, with 3,500 points expected to be operational by 2025.
The Delhi Transport Department has been tasked with crafting detailed zone-wise plans to ensure a charging or battery-swapping facility is available in every square kilometre. The new infrastructure will be developed at underutilized public spaces like parking lots, telecom tower areas, and beneath flyovers, optimizing city land use while supporting the green transition.
To encourage broader participation, the government is offering substantial financial incentives. A subsidy of up to ₹2,500 will be provided for the first 15,000 slow AC chargers, while ₹20,000 support will be given for each of the first 2,000 fast DC chargers. Private and semi-public spaces, including government buildings, malls, offices, and hospitals, are being encouraged to set up these facilities.
The move builds on the success of the earlier Delhi EV Policy 2020, under which over 5,000 EV charging stations and 400 battery-swapping facilities were established. Delhi currently leads India in EV adoption, registering a 30% rise in EV sales in 2024 compared to 2022, and accounting for a record 12% share of new vehicle sales.
Looking ahead, the policy outlines a green energy focus, stating that by 2026, at least 50% of the electricity used for charging during the day and 25% at night will come from renewable sources. Rooftop solar panels at bus depots and shared use of charging stations among drivers are also part of the sustainability measures planned under the new policy.
