DELHI GOVERNMENT RELEASED DRAFT POLICY PROPOSING INCENTIVES FOR ELECTRIC VEHICLES IN THE STATE

The Delhi government has released the draft of it's new Electric Vehicle policy in the public domain, inviting suggestions and feedback from citizens and experts before it is implemented. The policy will be finalised after incorporating necessary changes based on public input. The aim is to reduce vehicular pollution in the city by encouraging the purchase and use of electric vehicles. This policy proposes revised subsidies and incentives ranging from Rs 10,000 to Rs 1 lakh across different EV categories, such as two-wheelers, auto rickshaws and goods carriers, along with tax exemptions and scrappage benefits. Once implemented, this policy will benefit EV manufacturers like