Chief Minister Rekha Gupta has announced a massive ₹15,000 crore EV Policy 2.0, aiming to mandate electric transitions and overhaul Delhi's transport infrastructure.

Key Takeaways

  • Total investment outlay of ₹15,000 crore for EV transition.
  • Mandatory registration for electric two-wheelers only starting April 1, 2028.
  • Target to convert 30% of school bus fleets to electric by 2030.
  • ₹30,000 purchase incentive for electric two-wheelers and ₹10,000 for scrapping old ones.

New Delhi: Chief Minister Rekha Gupta announced on Tuesday that the Delhi government's EV Policy 2.0 is designed to go far beyond simple purchase incentives. The policy aims to establish a robust institutional framework and structural reforms to transform the city's transport sector into a clean mobility hub.

The Delhi Cabinet has approved this landmark policy with a budgetary allocation of ₹7,000 crore, part of a massive ₹15,000 crore investment plan. Unlike the 2020 policy which relied on voluntary adoption, the new framework introduces phased and mandatory compliance across various vehicle categories.

Financial Incentives and Scrapping Rules

To accelerate adoption, the government is offering a ₹30,000 incentive for purchasing electric two-wheelers. In a move to phase out internal combustion engines, the policy also provides ₹10,000 for scrapping old two-wheelers. Most significantly, the government has set a deadline: only electric two-wheelers will be allowed for registration from April 1, 2028.

This policy marks a transition from mere subsidization to a complete systemic overhaul of urban mobility.

Expanding the Scope: School Buses and Infrastructure

For the first time, school transport has been integrated into the EV roadmap, with a specific target to make 30% of the school bus fleet electric by 2030. To support this, Delhi Transco Limited (DTL) has been appointed as the nodal agency for charging infrastructure expansion.

Why This Matters

BozokMedia analysis shows that by integrating battery traceability and Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR), Delhi is not just cleaning its air but also building a sustainable lifecycle for energy storage, positioning itself as a leader in the green economy.

Did You Know?: The new policy includes a digital tracking mechanism to monitor batteries from the manufacturing stage all the way to their final recycling.

Frequently Asked Questions

Question 1: When will petrol two-wheelers be phased out in Delhi?
Answer: New registrations for non-electric two-wheelers will effectively cease as the government will only allow electric two-wheeler registrations from April 1, 2028.

Question 2: How is the government managing battery waste?
Answer: Through digital tracking and the 'Extended Producer Responsibility' framework, ensuring batteries are collected and recycled properly.