The Delhi government has extended its electric vehicle (EV) policy for another three months, marking its third extension since January 2025.

This decision comes as discussions on the proposed Delhi EV Policy 2.0 continue.

Delhi Transport Minister, Pankaj Kumar Singh, confirmed the current EV policy will remain in effect while work on the new version continues.

Singh clarified there is no plan to ban petrol, diesel, or CNG vehicles, including autorickshaws, despite earlier media reports.

The draft of the revised EV Policy 2.0 reportedly includes goals for 95% of new vehicles to be electric by 2027 and 98% by 2030.

🔗 Source: Inc42

🧠 Food for thought

1️⃣ India’s EV transition prioritizes two and three-wheelers, not cars

India’s EV strategy differs significantly from Western markets by focusing on smaller vehicles where adoption is most practical and impactful.

Of Delhi’s 287,000 electric vehicles registered since 2020, three-wheelers (129,000) and two-wheelers (119,000) account for the vast majority, reflecting nationwide trends where these segments make up 94% of total EV sales 1.

This approach makes economic sense for India’s urban centers where two and three-wheelers dominate traffic, constituting over 80% of all vehicle sales nationwide 2.

The focus on these segments helps explain why the proposed EV Policy 2.0 specifically targets phasing out petrol and CNG alternatives in these categories first rather than pursuing a blanket transition.

This strategic prioritization allows India to address its specific transportation needs while maximizing environmental impact in densely populated urban areas where air quality improvements are most needed.

2️⃣ State-level competition is driving India’s EV infrastructure development

A competitive dynamic between Indian states is emerging as a key factor accelerating electric mobility infrastructure across the country.

Karnataka has established 5,765 public charging stations—the highest in India—followed by Maharashtra (3,728) and Uttar Pradesh (1,989), creating regional hubs of EV adoption 3.